Charlotte Hornets Game Rescheduled Due to Ice Storm
The Charlotte Hornets are rescheduling tip off for the game this weekend. The team announced that the reschedule is due to the incoming ice storm that should affect the area….
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – JANUARY 21: LaMelo Ball #1 of the Charlotte Hornets looks on in the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers during their game at Spectrum Center on January 21, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)
(Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)The Charlotte Hornets are rescheduling tip off for the game this weekend. The team announced that the reschedule is due to the incoming ice storm that should affect the area.
The NBA announced on Thursday, January 22, that the Hornets vs. Wizards tip-off will be moved from 6 pm to Noon on Saturday, January 24.
WBTV reports that a storm watch for every county in the Charlotte area was issued on Wednesday, January 21, for the next four days. The storm is expected to impact the area starting Saturday, January 24th. We are expecting winter weather in the area starting around 2 p.m.
Governor Josh Stein issued a state of emergency for North Carolina following the announcement of the storm. "A winter storm is approaching, and now is the time to prepare. Please get ready," said Stein, reports WBTV.
If you have tickets for the game, please be aware of the new start time.
