Hornets Secure Local Broadcasting Deal for 2026-27 Season
The Charlotte Hornets received significant news on Wednesday, as the team has agreed to a new broadcasting deal for non-nationally televised games beginning during the 2026-27 season. These games will now air on WSOC Channel 9 and TV64 across the Charlotte region.
What happened?
The Hornets have yet to announce a way for non-local fans to tune in, stating in a statement, "Details on the markets and television stations outside of Charlotte for fans to watch games throughout North Carolina and South Carolina, along with a direct-to-consumer streaming platform, will be announced at a later date." Earlier this offseason, the Hornets had been linked to a direct-to-consumer deal with global sports platform DAZN, a deal that could still come to fruition but has yet to be reported.
Why it matters for Charlotte Hornets
The new broadcasting deal is a significant development for the Hornets, as it will allow fans in the Charlotte region to watch non-nationally televised games on local television. However, the lack of information on streaming options for non-local fans may be a concern for fans who want to watch the team's games outside of the Charlotte area.
What comes next?
Charlotte's full regular season schedule will be released tomorrow. The Hornets have a recent form of 2W-0D-1L (WLW, most recent first), with their last result being a 96-110 win over the New York Knicks on April 12, 2026.
The Hornets' new broadcasting deal is a positive step for the team, but the lack of information on streaming options for non-local fans may be a concern for fans who want to watch the team's games outside of the Charlotte area. As the team continues to grow and develop, it will be interesting to see how they address this issue and provide fans with more options for watching their games.
