How to watch the Charlotte Hornets
Most regular-season games air on Hornets local broadcast partner (DIRECTV Stream channel 648).
- Most games
- Hornets local broadcast partner · DIRECTV Stream 648
- National games
- National games air on ESPN and ABC, NBC and Peacock, and Prime Video.
- Tonight’s game
- Official Hornets schedule
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Restrictions apply. Prices checked September 28, 2026 and subject to change. Plus taxes and fees.
Which services have Hornets games
Hornets local broadcast partner is carried by DIRECTV Stream.
| DIRECTV Stream | Fubo | Hulu + Live TV | YouTube TV | Sling TV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hornets local broadcast partner | Yes | check | check | check | check |
| TNT and TBS | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Nearby teams in Charlotte
Same area, mostly the same networks. Pick them all in one service.
Cheapest ways to watch
Through a full season you need: Hornets local broadcast partner, Local CBS, FOX, NBC, ABC, ESPN / ESPN2.
DIRECTV Stream MySports + MyHome Team covers every one of those networks for $64.98 a month for 6 months, then $84.98, before taxes. DIRECTV Stream Choice adds a full entertainment lineup at $64.99 in month one, then $84.99 plus a regional sports fee of up to $19.99.
By itself: . Local games only.
Game night, sorted
Find the channel, turn it on and watch at home, or on your phone and tablet with the DIRECTV Stream app.
- Live TV, local channels and your apps in one place
- Unlimited streams at home on compatible devices
- Cancel anytime, no annual contract
Out of market and blackouts
Out-of-market games are on NBA League Pass. Local networks are limited to the home territory, and some national games are exclusive to one network.
Hornets TV questions
Straight answers. Anything else, ask our team.
What channel are the Hornets on?
Most Hornets games are on Hornets local broadcast partner, channel 648 on DIRECTV Stream. National games air on ESPN and ABC, NBC and Peacock, and Prime Video.
How can I watch the Hornets without cable?
Stream Hornets local broadcast partner through DIRECTV Stream, or subscribe directly (). You still need a way to get ESPN, FOX, TNT and NBC for national games.
Can I watch the Hornets outside Charlotte?
Out-of-market games are on NBA League Pass.
Watch the Hornets on DIRECTV Stream
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