Celtics, Kings to play regular-season game in Mexico City

The Boston Celtics and Sacramento Kings will face off in a regular-season matchup in Mexico City on Dec. 3, 2015, the NBA announced Tuesday.

The contest will mark the league's 22nd game played in Mexico, and the third in Mexico City.

"Fans all over the world know about Celtic pride," Celtics co-owner Wyc Grousbeck said in a statement. "And we couldn't be more proud that we're adding to our legacy by bringing our game and our team to Mexico."

Tickets for the game will go on sale April 24.

"We're honored to participate in the NBA's Global Games," Kings owner and chairman Vivek Ranadive said. "The ultimate power of sports is the ability to connect people across geographic, economic and cultural lines. As part of our NBA 3.0 philosophy, we look forward to connecting with fans in Mexico City and sharing our experience through social media and digital platforms with fans around the world."

The Charlotte Hornets and Los Angeles Clippers are scheduled to play two games in China in October.