Charlotte Hornets Seek to End Three-Year Losing Streak Tonight

Mo. Basuony

Published: April 2, 2026 6:54 PM ET

The Charlotte Hornets have reversed a bleak start to their season. After a 4-14 opening, the team sits at 40-36 with six games remaining.

Midseason turnaround

Charles Lee’s squad has gone 36-22 since that poor beginning. That surge has put playoff hopes and pride back on the table.

A victory tonight against the Phoenix Suns would clinch at least a .500 record. The Hornets aim to end a three-year run of losing seasons tonight.

The last non-losing year came in 2021-22. Charlotte won 43 games and finished 10th in the East.

The Hornets lost the play-in matchup to Atlanta. LaMelo Ball played a career-high 75 games and earned an All-Star selection that season.

Terry Rozier III, Miles Bridges, Gordon Hayward, Montrezl Harrell, and PJ Washington Jr. all averaged double figures that year.

Charlotte struggled badly in the seasons that followed. The records read 27-55, then 21-61, and 19-63 last season.

Ball battled injuries and the roster lacked consistent supporting breakthroughs. Several young players failed to develop as hoped.

If the Hornets finish with a winning record, it will be their seventh such season this century. They have suffered 17 losing seasons since 2000.

Before 2000, Charlotte avoided a losing record eight times in 12 seasons. The franchise has seen both bright stretches and deep slumps.

Fans should savor the remaining games. Whether the season ends in the play-in or beyond, this stretch has provided many memorable moments.

For ongoing coverage and updates, follow Filmogaz.com. The Hornets will seek more wins and brighter days in the Queen City.