Boston Celtics visits Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on Friday, November 6, 2026, at 7:00 PM EST / 4:00 PM PST. This Emirates NBA Cup game is in East Group C. No U.S. national broadcaster is listed.
Friday’s tip-off and arena
| Matchup | Boston Celtics at Charlotte Hornets |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, November 6, 2026 |
| Eastern / Pacific | 7:00 PM EST / 4:00 PM PST |
| Arena | Spectrum Center, Charlotte |
| NBA Cup group | East Group C |
| U.S. national assignment | None listed |
| Official game ID | 0022600026 |
Both Boston and Charlotte viewers use the 7 p.m. Eastern start. If a schedule displays midnight UTC on November 7, it refers to this same Friday-night U.S. game.
How to watch Celtics–Hornets in the United States
The NBA schedule does not list a U.S. national network for this matchup. Check the exact game in your local provider’s guide and the NBA viewing options for your location. A blank national field does not mean that the game is unavailable, free or exempt from regional restrictions.
NBA League Pass access depends on location and local or national blackout rules. Check the NBA League Pass blackout guide before buying access. International broadcasters listed elsewhere are not automatically available in the United States.
Where this matchup fits on Friday
Charlotte is the home team for this East Group C matchup. A Celtics listing alone is not enough when selecting tickets: this game is at Spectrum Center, not Boston. The other Group C fixture on Friday is Washington at Atlanta, which starts at the same time.
Starting lineups and player availability for this game have not yet been announced. The matchup and start time do not guarantee any individual player’s appearance.
Tickets and the full November 6 slate
Open the NBA-linked ticket route for this game. Confirm the November 6 date, Spectrum Center, seat details, fees and entry terms before purchasing. Availability can change.
Compare this fixture with the official November 6 NBA schedule. The evening has nine games, including simultaneous early and late starts.