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- How to watch Grizzlies vs. Hornets — local channels and streaming
- Game day logistics — date, tipoff time and location
- Memphis storyline: a coach change and a rookie drawing attention
- Charlotte snapshot: adjusting rotations after LaMelo’s absence
- Schedules: upcoming preseason dates for both teams
- What to watch during the finale — matchups and storylines
- Where to find more coverage and resources
The Memphis FedExForum hosts the finale of the 2026-27 NBA preseason as the Grizzlies meet the Hornets. Fans arrive curious about a young roster and a new coach in Memphis, while Charlotte tries to fine-tune its rotation without LaMelo Ball. Expect summer stories to collide with early-season tests in a game that matters more for evaluation than the standings.
How to watch Grizzlies vs. Hornets — local channels and streaming
- Local TV: WATN ABC24 (Memphis), WSOC Channel 9 (Charlotte).
- Streaming: DAZN carries local Grizzlies broadcasts and will stream the game for viewers in the market.
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Memphis viewers can stream and watch on DAZN, the team’s new direct-to-consumer partner. DAZN will air preseason and regular-season local broadcasts, plus extra Grizzlies content. New subscribers can often access a free trial to sample the service.
Game day logistics — date, tipoff time and location
- Date: Friday, Oct. 16
- Tipoff: 7 p.m. ET
- Venue: FedExForum, Memphis, TN
The matchup tips off Friday evening. Check local listings if you are outside the Memphis or Charlotte TV markets, since national blackout rules may affect availability.
Memphis storyline: a coach change and a rookie drawing attention
The Grizzlies enter the regular season with a new voice on the sideline. Head coach Tuomas Iisalo arrives with fresh philosophies and a short preseason to install them. Front and center is rookie Cameron Boozer, the No. 3 overall pick, who has shown promise in exhibition play. Memphis is using the preseason to assess rotations and chemistry before the games begin to count.
Charlotte snapshot: adjusting rotations after LaMelo’s absence
The Hornets have tested lineups while their star sits out the preseason. After a loss to the Nets, Charlotte responded with an emphatic 105-90 victory over the Bucks. Brandon Miller scored 18 in his debut, and Naz Reid chipped in 16. The team is searching for steady options to lead scoring and defense early on.
Schedules: upcoming preseason dates for both teams
Grizzlies remaining preseason slate
- Oct. 16 — vs. Hornets (preseason) — 7 p.m. ET
- Oct. 21 — vs. Jazz — 7 p.m. ET
- Oct. 23 — at Warriors — 9 p.m. ET
- Oct. 25 — at Kings — 8 p.m. ET
- Oct. 26 — at Jazz — 8 p.m. ET
Hornets remaining preseason slate
- Oct. 16 — at Grizzlies (preseason) — 7 p.m. ET
- Oct. 21 — at Nets — 7:30 p.m. ET
- Oct. 23 — vs. Hawks — 7 p.m. ET
- Oct. 24 — vs. Heat — 6 p.m. ET
- Oct. 26 — vs. Wizards — 7 p.m. ET
What to watch during the finale — matchups and storylines
- Rookie development: Boozer’s fit and growth under Iisalo.
- Lineup experiments: Which rotations survive to the regular season?
- Scoring balance: Can Charlotte replace LaMelo’s playmaking in bursts?
Coaches will use minutes to evaluate depth, with particular attention on perimeter defense and late-clock execution. Expect limited run for veterans managing workload.
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