Hornets' Hot Streak: Playoff Threat

0:00It's March 5th, here's your NBA news in two minutes. The Charlotte Hornets are charging toward the playoffs, sitting just two and a half games behind the six-feet in the east. They're a lock-four at least to play in tournament, with a real shot to shake things up as an underdog team on a massive hot streak. They've racked up impressive victories against top contenders this season, including blowouts over the Boston Celtics by 29 points, the Denver Nuggets by 23, and the Philadelphia 76 beaters by 37. Several of those wins came on the road, proving they can hang with anyone. What sets them apart is their bench depth, something rare for this franchise. Players like Grant Williams and Josh Green lead in net rating off the bench, while others like Kobe White have stepped up big. No opponent can easily exploit their reserves. With zero pressure or expectations, the Hornets are playing loose and free. It's like underdogs, with nothing to lose, which could lead to some scary moments for

1:00higher seeds in a short series. Since January 1st, they posted the league's top net rating in 116 of their last 19 games, including 5 straight by 15 or more points. The number screen that this squad is for real, even if the bracket looks tough. Appreciation to our sponsor for backing this episode. Do not just fall asleep, drift into what you are listening to, S-O-L-L-I-SoliPillow.com.