NBA reschedules Pacers–Hawks tipoff as winter weather forces last-minute changes

A same-day tipoff change in Atlanta

With severe winter weather affecting travel and public safety across multiple regions, the NBA adjusted its schedule for Monday, January 26, 2026, moving the Indiana Pacers at Atlanta Hawks game to an earlier time. The league shifted tipoff from the original 7:30 p.m. slot to 1:30 p.m. ET, compressing the day’s logistics for teams, arena staff, broadcasters, and fans.

Same-day schedule changes are relatively rare because they create ripple effects: commuters who planned to attend after work have to scramble, ticket holders may need refunds or exchanges, and local transit plans can change. But the ice-and-snow conditions have made flexibility unavoidable, especially as leagues try to reduce risks tied to travel delays and hazardous roads.

How fans can watch and what it signals

Broadcast and streaming plans were preserved, with the game still available through the listed regional network and audio partners. For viewers, the bigger takeaway is how widespread the storm’s disruption has become: it is not limited to flights and school closures. It is also forcing leagues to rewrite schedules in real time to keep events running safely.

If the storm pattern continues, additional schedule adjustments—earlier start times, postponed games, altered practice travel, or condensed road trips—could follow. Teams will also be watching player workload and recovery, as irregular travel can affect rest and performance over a multi-game stretch.

What to watch next

• Whether other NBA games this week are moved or postponed due to the same weather system.
• Arena announcements on entry timing and parking availability for early weekday games.
• Team travel updates if flights or highways remain impacted.
• Ticketing policies for fans unable to attend the rescheduled tipoff time.