Grades for all 30 NBA teams after the 2025-26 regular season
: Following a nine-game winning streak in early 2026—the franchise's longest since 1998—the Hornets transformed from lottery locks into a legitimate threat. Charlotte Hornets
: Charlotte eliminated the Miami Heat in an overtime thriller during the first stage of the Play-In Tournament. However, their season ended with a 121–90 loss to the Orlando Magic , extending their playoff drought to 10 seasons. Key Personnel Grades for all 30 NBA teams after the