Where to watch Indiana Pacers vs Charlotte Hornets

Following a hard-earned win on Friday in their inaugural In-Season Tournament match, the Pacers (3-2) are aiming for a consecutive victory at home on Saturday as they face off against the Charlotte Hornets (1-3) at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

The intense clash between the Pacers and Cleveland during the In-Season Tournament had an electrifying playoff-like energy, thrilling the audience with a fiercely competitive game. Indiana took an early 17-point lead at halftime, only to see it slip away in the third quarter. However, they managed to make the necessary plays in the final moments to secure a 121-116 triumph over the Cavs.

The Hornets will be fully rested for the upcoming match on Saturday. Having last played in Houston on Wednesday, Charlotte has been in Indianapolis since Thursday, honing their skills at Gainbridge Fieldhouse during Friday’s practice.

Charlotte is eager to secure their first victory since the start of the season. While the Hornets triumphed 116-110 over Atlanta on October 25, they have since faced a three-game losing streak.

Where to watch Indiana Pacers vs Charlotte Hornets

• Date: November 4, 2023
• Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN
• Streaming: Fubo
• Broadcast: NBA League Pass
• Local TV: Bally Sports IndianaBally Sports SE-CHA

Key matchups

After the Hornets claimed the season series in both 2020-21 and 2021-22, the Pacers turned the tables and emerged victorious with a 2-1 season series win against Charlotte in the previous season.

The upcoming game on Saturday marks the end of the initial 13 back-to-back matchups scheduled for the Blue & Gold this season. Among these 13 back-to-back games, five will feature two home games.

Pacers’ head coach Rick Carlisle is on the brink of securing his 900th career win, which will place him as the 14th coach in NBA history and the second active coach, following San Antonio’s Gregg Popovich, to achieve this remarkable milestone.

Pacers’ guard Buddy Hield has matched Dale Ellis with a total of 1,719 career 3-pointers, securing the 28th spot in NBA history.