Charlotte Hornets (1-1) at Boston Celtics (2-0) Preseason Game #3 10/14/26
The Boston Celtics are set to host the Charlotte Hornets for their third preseason game of the 2026 season. Both teams are managing roster changes and evaluating lineups, with several players listed as game-time decisions due to illness or injury.
Why it matters
Preseason games serve as critical evaluation periods for coaching staffs to finalize rotations and integrate new roster acquisitions before the regular season begins.
The Celtics host the Charlotte Hornets for the 3rd preseason game for both teams. The Celtics beat the Cavaliers in their first game and then beat the 76ers in their second game. The Hornets lost to the Nets in their first game and then beat the Bucks in their second game. The Celtics have one more preseason game at Philadelphia on Friday.
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