Charlotte Hornets 2026-27 Schedule: Preseason & Regular Season Games, TV & Venues

CHARLOTTE — Hornets fans finally have real dates to look forward to.

The first portion of the Charlotte Hornets 2026-27 Schedule is here, giving fans an early look at preseason action and the opening stretch of the regular season. Preseason begins in early October, followed quickly by the start of the regular season later in the month.

This Charlotte Hornets 2026-27 Schedule shows important home games at Spectrum Center, early road tests, and the first Emirates NBA Cup matchup. It offers a clear picture of how the team will open the new year and which opponents they will face right away.

Below is every confirmed game so far with dates, tip-off times in Eastern, venues, and broadcast information. This page will continue to be updated as the league releases more games.

Preseason Games

The Charlotte Hornets 2026-27 Schedule includes four preseason games. The Hornets open at home against the Brooklyn Nets, then host the Milwaukee Bucks. They close preseason with road games against the Boston Celtics and Memphis Grizzlies.

These contests will give the coaching staff valuable evaluation time before the regular season begins. Preseason remains important for testing new lineups and building early chemistry.

Early Regular Season Stretch

The regular season portion of the Charlotte Hornets 2026-27 Schedule starts on the road against the Brooklyn Nets on October 21. The Hornets then return home for games against the Atlanta Hawks and Miami Heat.

Week 2 features a home game against the Washington Wizards, a road game at Detroit, an Emirates NBA Cup road game against Washington, and a home game against the Philadelphia 76ers. This early stretch mixes divisional rivals with strong Eastern Conference competition.

Home and Road Split

The Charlotte Hornets 2026-27 Schedule currently shows a strong home presence early. Spectrum Center will host several early matchups, including games against Brooklyn, Milwaukee, Atlanta, Miami, Washington, and Philadelphia.

Road games include trips to Boston, Memphis, Brooklyn, Detroit, and Washington. These early matchups will help set the tone for the season.

What This Schedule Means for Hornets Fans

An early mix of home games gives fans plenty of chances to see the team at Spectrum Center. The presence of strong Eastern Conference opponents means the Hornets will be tested from the start.

The Emirates NBA Cup game against Washington also adds extra importance to the first month of the season. These early games will help shape the team’s identity heading into the long year ahead.

How to Stay Updated

This page will be updated as more games are released. Times and networks can still change, especially during preseason.

For official information, visit the Charlotte Hornets official website.
You can also follow live coverage on ESPN.

More NBA Schedules

• Full 2026-27 NBA Schedule
• Atlanta Hawks 2026-27 Schedule
• Boston Celtics 2026-27 Schedule
• Brooklyn Nets 2026-27 Schedule

FAQ

When does the Charlotte Hornets 2026-27 Schedule start?
Preseason begins on October 6, 2026, against Brooklyn. The regular season opens on October 21 at Brooklyn.

How many preseason games are on the Charlotte Hornets 2026-27 Schedule?
Four preseason games are currently confirmed.

Where do the Hornets play their home games?
All home games are played at Spectrum Center in Charlotte.

Is this the complete Charlotte Hornets 2026-27 Schedule?
This is the confirmed early portion. The full schedule will be added here as soon as the league releases it.