Charlotte Hornets @ Boston Celtics
Matchups
Game Information
Boston, MA

Referee:Ron Garretson
Referee:Tom Washington
Referee:J.T. Orr

2025-26 Standings
Eastern Conference
| Southeast | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando | 26 | 24 | .520 | - | W1 |
| Miami | 27 | 25 | .519 | - | L1 |
| Atlanta | 26 | 27 | .491 | 1.5 | W2 |
| Charlotte | 24 | 28 | .462 | 3 | W8 |
| Washington | 14 | 36 | .280 | 12 | W1 |
| Atlantic | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 33 | 18 | .647 | - | W8 |
| Boston | 33 | 18 | .647 | - | W4 |
| Toronto | 31 | 22 | .585 | 3 | W1 |
| Philadelphia | 29 | 22 | .569 | 4 | L1 |
| Brooklyn | 13 | 37 | .260 | 19.5 | L3 |
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