CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Charlotte Hornets announced in a statement on Saturday that the team will increase fan attendance capacity limits at the Spectrum Center for any upcoming games.
Hornets officials say capacity limits will be increased from 25 percent to 60 percent (approximately 12,000 fans) for any potential games in the upcoming State Farm Play-In Tournament and the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs, and masks will still be required.
The Charlotte Hornets say this announcement comes as Governor Cooper lifts social distancing requirements and capacity limits in North Carolina.
“We’re looking forward to welcoming more fans back at Spectrum Center for our potential play-in and playoff games,” said Hornets President & Vice Chairman Fred Whitfield. “We’ve seen the difference our fans have made since returning to Spectrum Center earlier this season, and we know that their passion and excitement will be a big advantage as we head into the postseason. Most importantly, it is great to see our community continue to make its way through this pandemic and this is another step forward for all of us. We thank Governor Cooper and his staff for their leadership during the pandemic and allowing us the opportunity to increase our capacity.”
Officials say tickets for all potential home games will go on sale Saturday, May 15th at 4:30 p.m. at hornets.com or ticketmaster.com.
The Hornets will have the opportunity to participate in the State Farm Play-In Tournament, which features the 7th through 10th place teams in each conference, from May 18th through May 21st.
Officials say Charlotte is currently in 8th place in the Eastern Conference standings, with two games remaining in the regular season.
