Summary
The NBA has changed its broadcasting rules for the playoffs, meaning games are now only shown on national TV, not on local channels. This has upset fans and players like Josh Hart, who miss hearing local commentators during games. The Charlotte Hornets are trying to make the playoffs for the first time since 2016, and this rule change affects how their games are viewed.
Key Facts
- The Charlotte Hornets will play the Miami Heat in a crucial NBA Play-In Tournament game.
- If the Hornets win, they will face the loser of the Philadelphia 76ers and Orlando Magic game for the final playoff spot.
- The Hornets have not made the NBA playoffs since 2016.
- New NBA broadcasting rights mean playoff games are only shown on national TV, not local channels.
- Josh Hart and Mike Breen have criticized this broadcasting decision.
- The game between the Hornets and Heat will be exclusively available on Amazon Prime Video.
