Hornets fall to Celtics 119-80 in NBA Cup Group Play
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 2:02 PM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026

The Charlotte Hornets lost to the Boston Celtics 119-80 on November 6, marking their sixth straight defeat. The Celtics dominated from three-point range, making 24 shots at 55%, while the Hornets struggled, hitting only 11 at 22%. Jayson Tatum led Boston with 34 points, contributing significantly in the first half. Brandon Miller exited early due to a groin injury after scoring 8 points. The Hornets will face the Cleveland Cavaliers in their next matchup.
- •Hornets have lost six consecutive games.
- •Celtics shot 55% from three-point range.
- •Jayson Tatum scored a game-high 34 points.
- •Brandon Miller left the game with a groin injury.
- •Charlotte plays Cleveland next on November 9.
- 2:02 PMYahoo Sports — 3 things from Charlotte's 119-80 defeat to Boston
- 1:02 PMYahoo Sports — Photos: Best images from Hornets' 119-80 loss against Boston
"The Charlotte Hornets suffered their second loss in NBA Cup Group Play Friday night, falling 119-80 to the Boston Celtics.
"The Charlotte Hornets fell to the Boston Celtics Friday night (119-80) during NBA Cup Group Play.
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 7, 2026, 2:02 PM3 things from Charlotte's 119-80 defeat to Boston
The Charlotte Hornets fell to the Boston Celtics Friday night (119-80) during NBA Cup Group Play.
- Yahoo SportsNov 7, 2026, 1:02 PMPhotos: Best images from Hornets' 119-80 loss against Boston
The Charlotte Hornets suffered their second loss in NBA Cup Group Play Friday night, falling 119-80 to the Boston Celtics.
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