Where to watch New York Knicks vs Charlotte Hornets preseason game? TV details, streaming options and more (Oct.6)

Tom Thibodeau’s fifth year in harge of the New York Knicks begins on Sunday when his team faces the Charlotte Hornets in an NBA pre-season friendly at Spectrum Center. The two teams are no strangers to each other, having faced off countless times over the years.

In many ways, it is the perfect pre-season game to kick off. It allows both coaches to rotate their roster and build for the season ahead while striking the right balance of competitiveness between the two Eastern Conference rivals.

The Hornets' disappointing 13th-place finish (21-61) in the 2023/24 season made it clear that a change was necessary. Bringing in Charles Lee with championship experience as coach, along with rebuilding the team around star guard LaMelo Ball is exactly what the Hornets are in desperate need of.

Meanwhile, the Knicks reaching the quarterfinals of the playoffs last season was an indication of the development of the squad. Thibodeau, and the New York will be expecting to replicate last year's success this season, potentially pushing for the third NBA Championship title.

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When and where is New York Knicks vs Charlotte Hornets?

The Knicks will take on the Hornets at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Sunday 6th October, with tip-off scheduled for approximately 5:00 pm ET.

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Where to watch New York Knicks vs Charlotte Hornets?

Fans can watch the Knicks vs Hornets preseason game live on MSG, Bally Sports Southeast and NBA TV in the USA, with coverage starting at 5:00 pm ET.

New York Knicks vs Charlotte Hornets streaming details

Additionally, the game is available for live streaming viaMSG, Fubo, Sling TV and YouTube TV.

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New York Knicks vs Charlotte Hornets: What to expect?

The Knicks made a surprising move by trading for Karl-Anthony Towns, sending Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo to Minnesota. While this weakens their bench depth, it creates a formidable starting lineup featuring Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, Josh Hart and Towns.

The Knicks certainly have the stronger team, but Charles Lee will be eager to prove a point against Tom Thibodeau. Since it’s a preseason game, both won’t go full throttle but will likely focus more on fitness and tactical experimentation rather than competitive intensity.

The Knicks dominated the Hornets last season, sweeping all four games. Towns primarily played power forward for the Wolves last year, and while it remains to be seen if he’ll get any game time, he should be unstoppable as a center.

Meanwhile, LaMelo Ball looks to have pace and instinct on both ends of the court. He will be hoping he can prove his ability and take his chances when they come to him on Sunday. If the Hornets are to start their preseason with a win, it is crucial that the Ball is firing on all cylinders.