The Charlotte Hornets grabbed the lead early and went on to an easy 121-81 NBA victory Friday against the Orlando Magic at Spectrum Center.
The Hornets (29-36) got 23 points from point guard Kemba Walker and a double-double from forward Marvin Williams (12 points, 18 rebounds) in what was the first game of a three-game homestand for a team trying to climb into contention for a berth in the NBA playoffs.
The Hornets, who led 58-40 at halftime, shot 59.5 percent from the field and never let the Magic (24-42) off the floor.
Charlotte got a significant boost from its bench, especially in the second quarter when the Hornets pulled away.