Both teams fought their way into the , but their seasons ended on the same night— Friday, April 17, 2026 . Play-In Round 1 (April 14/15) Play-In Round 2 (April 17) Final Status Charlotte Hornets W 127-126 vs. Miami Heat (OT) L 90-121 vs. Orlando Magic Eliminated Golden State Warriors W 126-121 vs. LA Clippers L 96-111 vs. Phoenix Suns Eliminated
2026 NBA Play-in, Playoffs & Finals Schedule
In their final stand, the Warriors were outmatched by the Suns' defense, failing to secure the West's 8th seed. Meanwhile, the Hornets were "chilled" by the Orlando Magic in a blowout loss, ending their postseason hopes after a thrilling overtime win against Miami earlier that week.
The matchup between the and Golden State Warriors in the 2025-26 season was a tale of veteran dominance versus emerging star power, ultimately concluding with both teams falling just short of the main playoff bracket in late April 2026 . Regular Season Dominance (January 17, 2026)
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