Boston Celtics Outpace Charlotte Hornets 114–93 in NBA Preseason Clash
In their 2026–27 NBA preseason game on October 14, the Boston Celtics secured a 114–93 victory over the Charlotte Hornets, powered by strong contributions from Jayson Tatum and Derrick White. The Celtics’ balanced attack and defensive efforts contrasted with notable shooting struggles from the Hornets’ Brandon Miller and Tidjane Salaun.
Archive recap · Listed by game date. First published Oct 17, 2026.
The Boston Celtics defeated the Charlotte Hornets 114–93 on October 14, 2026, in an Eastern Conference preseason game. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 19 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists, shooting 8-for-17 from the field including 3 three-pointers. Derrick White added 17 points and 4 steals while shooting efficiently 6-for-9 from the floor and 4-for-4 from the free throw line.
On the Hornets’ side, Brandon Miller scored 16 points with 5 rebounds and 3 assists, although his shooting was less efficient, hitting 4 of 17 attempts including 3 of 10 from beyond the arc. Tidjane Salaun also contributed 16 points, making 5 of 9 shots and 4 of 8 three-point attempts but committed 4 turnovers.
The contrast in shooting efficiency and turnovers was a telling factor: Boston’s Tatum and White combined for 14 assists and only 4 turnovers, while Charlotte’s Salaun alone had 4 turnovers despite comparable scoring output. This difference in ball control and shooting percentages helped the Celtics maintain a steady lead throughout the game.
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