Pacers vs. Nuggets: NBA Mexico City Game Set for November

The Indiana Pacers and Denver Nuggets will play a regular-season NBA game in Mexico City on November 7, 2026, as part of the league’s international schedule, marking the 35th NBA game held in Mexico since 1992.

The game will take place at Arena CDMX and has been officially announced by the NBA and Zignia Live, with the matchup occurring during the week of Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebrations in Mexico City for the third consecutive year.

Business and Market Implications of the NBA’s Mexico City Expansion

The NBA’s decision to send the Pacers and Nuggets to Mexico City reflects the league’s ongoing strategy to grow its international footprint and deepen commercial ties in Latin America, a region identified as a key market for fan engagement, media rights, and sponsorship opportunities.

Team Participation and Historical Context

The Denver Nuggets, who won the NBA championship in 2023, will be playing their second game in Mexico, having previously participated in a preseason game against the Golden State Warriors in Monterrey in 2006. The Indiana Pacers will be making their debut in Mexico City, becoming the 23rd NBA franchise to play a game in the country.

Player Engagement and Fan Experience

The game will feature current NBA stars including three-time MVP Nikola Jokić, All-Star Jamal Murray, and Aaron Gordon for the Nuggets, while the Pacers will be represented by two-time All-Star Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam, and Ivica Zubac.

The NBA plans to enhance the fan experience through Día de Muertos-themed in-arena activations, including a specially designed basketball court and various engagement initiatives, continuing a tradition that has been part of the Mexico City game for the past two years.

Media Reach and Global Broadcast

The NBA Mexico City Game 2026 will be broadcast live in Mexico on ESPN, across Latin America, and globally through ESPN on Disney+ in select international markets, reaching audiences in more than 200 countries and territories via television, digital platforms, and social media.

NBA’s International Schedule and Social Impact Initiatives

In addition to the Mexico City game, the NBA has announced plans to hold regular-season games in Paris and Manchester, England, during the 2026-27 season as part of its global game initiative. The league and its marketing partners will also conduct NBA Cares programming focused on health, wellness, and sustainability, along with Jr. NBA activities in Mexico City surrounding the event.