NBA Heads to Mexico City for Exciting Showdown

The NBA announced that the Denver Nuggets will face the Indiana Pacers in a regular-season game at Arena CDMX in Mexico City on November 7, 2026. The event, occurring during the 'Day of the Dead' celebrations, marks the league’s 35th game in Mexico, featuring star players like Nikola Jokic and Tyrese Haliburton.

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is set to bring an electrifying game to Mexico City in 2026. On November 7, the Denver Nuggets will take on the Indiana Pacers at Arena CDMX during the traditional 'Day of the Dead' holiday celebrations.

This marks the NBA's 35th match in Mexico since 1992, more than in any other nation outside of the United States and Canada. The Nuggets, known for clinching the 2023 NBA championship, are all geared up to play in Mexico for the second time, showcasing notables like three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Aaron Gordon.

The Indiana Pacers, Eastern Conference champions, will make their debut on Mexican soil. Featuring renowned players like Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam, and Ivica Zubac, the game promises to be a thrilling experience for basketball fans.

(With inputs from agencies.)