How to Watch Peacock NBA Monday: Charlotte Hornets vs. Cleveland Cavaliers — Stream on Peacock LIVE, Schedule, Tipoff Time, and More
Peacock NBA Monday heads to Cleveland for the first game of a can't-miss doubleheader.
Monday’s action on Peacock begins with the Charlotte Hornets traveling to Cleveland to face the Cavaliers in an Eastern Conference matchup. Here’s everything you need to know before tipoff.
Charlotte Hornets vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
The Charlotte Hornets arrive in Cleveland with confidence after a statement win over the Cavaliers just days ago. In their December 14 matchup, Charlotte pulled off a 119–111 overtime victory on the road, fueled by a breakout performance from rookie Kon Knueppel, who poured in 29 points. Brandon Miller added 25 points, along with a career-high 13 rebounds and six assists, while Miles Bridges delivered a well-rounded 20-point, 10-rebound, six-assist outing. Charlotte’s young core showed poise late, shutting Cleveland out entirely in overtime and snapping the Cavs’ momentum in what became one of the Hornets’ most impressive wins of the season.
That win highlighted Charlotte’s growing versatility. With LaMelo Ball orchestrating the offense and pushing tempo, the Hornets continue to lean into ball movement and athleticism. Moussa Diabaté provides energy and interior activity, while Bridges and Miller give Charlotte scoring options on the wing who can attack mismatches. If the Hornets can replicate their defensive effort from the previous meeting, especially late-game execution, they’ll look to prove that win was no fluke.
For Cleveland, this matchup represents a critical opportunity to reset. The 15–13 Cavaliers have dropped two straight games and have struggled to find consistency throughout December, including a lopsided 127–111 loss to the Bulls earlier this week. Much of Cleveland’s success still hinges on Donovan Mitchell, who leads the team with 30.7 points per game and remains the engine of the offense, though his status looms large after recent wear-and-tear. Darius Garland continues to shoulder playmaking responsibilities, while Jarrett Allen anchors the paint on both ends.
The Cavaliers were without Evan Mobley in the previous meeting due to a left calf strain, a significant absence for a team built around interior defense and rim protection. With Mobley still working his way back, Cleveland has leaned more heavily on Allen’s rebounding and defensive presence. Despite the recent slide, head coach Kenny Atkinson has emphasized patience, noting that the group believes it can work its way out of this stretch. This rematch sets the stage for a compelling contrast: A Hornets squad riding momentum versus a Cavaliers team eager to halt its downward trend. Whether Cleveland can reassert control at home — or Charlotte can strike again behind its rising stars — will determine which direction each team’s season tilts next.
When does Hornets vs. Cavaliers start?
Coverage begins Monday, December 22 at 6:30 PM ET with pregame analysis. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 PM ET.
Where will Hornets vs. Cavaliers be played?
The game will take place at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, OH..
Where can I stream Hornets vs. Cavaliers?
The matchup will stream LIVE on Peacock. To watch, download the Peacock app or visit the website, navigate to the Sports section, and start streaming NBA Monday.
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