Pacers to Face Nuggets in Mexico City Game

The NBA's annual international matchup will take place on November 7, 2026.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 12:00am

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A cubist-style painting depicting an abstract basketball game, with the players' forms broken down into geometric shapes and planes of color against a fading arena backdrop.The NBA's annual Mexico City Game brings the excitement of professional basketball to international audiences.Indianapolis Today

The Indiana Pacers will play a regular-season game against the Denver Nuggets in Mexico City on November 7, 2026, as part of the NBA's annual international series. This will mark the second time in three seasons the Pacers have played a game outside the United States.

Why it matters

The NBA's Mexico City Game has become a popular annual tradition, allowing the league to expand its global reach and connect with fans in Latin America. For the Pacers, this international matchup provides an opportunity to grow their brand and fanbase beyond their Indianapolis home market.

The details

The game will be played at Arena Ciudad de México in Mexico City. The Pacers previously played a preseason game in Mexico City in 2024. The Nuggets have also participated in the NBA's Mexico City Game in the past.

  • The game will take place on November 7, 2026.

The players

Indiana Pacers

An NBA franchise based in Indianapolis, Indiana that competes in the Eastern Conference.

Denver Nuggets

An NBA franchise based in Denver, Colorado that competes in the Western Conference.

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What’s next

Tickets for the Mexico City Game will go on sale to the general public in the summer of 2026.

The takeaway

The Pacers' international matchup in Mexico City continues the NBA's efforts to grow the sport globally and connect with new audiences, while also providing the team an opportunity to expand its brand and fanbase.