Why are there no NBA games on Election Day?
Elena Trujillo
Elena Trujillo
Sports Reporter · Westerville, OH
Elena Trujillo is a passionate sports journalist who has dedicated over 8 years to covering high school athletics in the Columbus area. A graduate of Ohio University with a degree in Sports Journalism, she previously wrote for the Columbus Dispatch's sports section and brings a contagious enthusiasm to every story.
More from Elena →Sports Reporter · Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 5:07 PM · 1 min read
The NBA encourages fans to vote by not scheduling games on Election Day, with its "Get in the Game. VOTE." campaign.