Charlotte Hornets Playoff Chances 2026-27
The Charlotte Hornets are 4-8, 11th in the East, outside the play-in. They make the playoffs in 12% of our simulations and win the NBA title in <1%.
Updated · Through games of November 14, 2026 · 13 of 80 games played per team on average
12%Make playoffs
4%Top 6 (no play-in)
1%Reach conf. finals
<1%Win NBA title
29-51Projected record
27thPower rating rank
68Games left (33 home)
L1Streak
Next 10 games
| Date | Opponent | Win prob. |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Nov 15 | @ LA Clippers (3-7) | 36% |
| Tue, Nov 17 | @ Los Angeles Lakers (11-2) | 18% |
| Fri, Nov 20 | @ Atlanta Hawks (7-5) | 30% |
| Mon, Nov 23 | vs Memphis Grizzlies (9-3) | 32% |
| Wed, Nov 25 | vs Chicago Bulls (3-9) | 56% |
| Sat, Nov 28 | vs Brooklyn Nets (3-8) | 53% |
| Mon, Nov 30 | vs Washington Wizards (4-8) | 54% |
| Wed, Dec 2 | @ Boston Celtics (10-2) | 18% |
| Sat, Dec 12 | @ Washington Wizards (4-8) | 38% |
| Mon, Dec 14 | vs Toronto Raptors (5-7) | 44% |
Southeast standings
| Team | W-L | Playoffs | Win div |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Hawks | 7-5 | 68% | 39% |
| Miami Heat | 7-6 | 68% | 38% |
| Orlando Magic | 5-6 | 39% | 14% |
| Charlotte Hornets | 4-8 | 12% | 3% |
| Washington Wizards | 4-8 | 23% | 6% |
Playoff path
| Milestone | Chance |
|---|---|
| Make the playoffs | 12% |
| Finish top six | 4% |
| Play-in (7th–10th) | 21% |
| Win a first-round series | 3% |
| Reach the conference finals | 1% |
| Reach the NBA Finals | <1% |
| Win the NBA title | <1% |
Frequently asked questions
Will the Charlotte Hornets make the playoffs?
Our model gives the Hornets a 12% chance to make the 2027 NBA playoffs, including a 4% chance to finish in the top six and avoid the play-in. They are 4-8 and 11th in the East, outside the play-in.
What are the Charlotte Hornets' chances to win the NBA title?
<1%, with a <1% chance to reach the NBA Finals.
What is the Charlotte Hornets' projected record?
About 29-51, based on 10,000 simulations of the remaining schedule.