NBA Summer League: Boston Celtics vs. Charlotte Hornets

Platform comparison

Market context

The Boston Celtics defeated the Charlotte Hornets in their NBA Summer League matchup on 12 July 2026 in Las Vegas, with the game concluding before the market’s settlement window closed. ESPN confirmed the final result, showing the Celtics holding a 1–0 Summer League record while the Hornets sit at 1–1 after this loss [2]. The contest, broadcast on ESPN2, ended without overtime, and the outcome is now fixed, rendering the 100% YES probability for a Celtics win a reflection of settled fact rather than speculative odds [6].

Historically, Summer League markets with 100% crowd-implied probability post-game resolution indicate that the event has already occurred and the result is undisputed, unlike pre-game markets where such certainty is rare. Comparable cases from previous Las Vegas Summer League cycles show that once a game finishes and official scores are published by the NBA or major broadcasters like ESPN, liquidity shifts entirely to confirming the known result, with no further price movement [2][7]. This pattern confirms that the market is effectively closed for trading, as the outcome is no longer uncertain.

Traders should monitor the official NBA game summary for any post-match adjustments, though no such changes are expected given the final score is already recorded [7]. With the settlement window ending on 12 July 2026 at 21:00 UTC and the game having concluded earlier that day, the only remaining dependency is the platform’s automated resolution process. For users on polymarket-klarna.co.uk, this means depositing via Klarna or withdrawing via SEPA and USDC will not affect the market’s outcome, as the book depth now reflects confirmed funding flows tied to a settled event rather than active speculation [1].

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Methodology

This page compares NBA Summer League: Boston Celtics vs. Charlotte Hornets with a focus on payment rails and deposit friction. Polymarket accepts USDC on Polygon only; Kalshi only ACH/Plaid (US only); Betfair card/SEPA in EU/UK; Manifold no deposit. Polymarket Klarna UK additionally offers Klarna and SOFORT as fiat on-ramps to USDC. Live odds reflect the Polymarket order book.

Resolution & payout

Settlement path determines payout latency. Polymarket settles on-chain (USDC, minutes). Broker frontends like Polymarket Klarna UK add Klarna/SOFORT as fiat withdrawal options with T+1 processing. Kalshi: USD via ACH (T+1 to T+3). Betfair: local currency via card/SEPA (T+1 to T+5).

FAQ

What does SOFORT cost as a deposit method?

Polymarket Klarna UK charges no fees for SOFORT. The only cost is the internal FX spread (typically <1%) on EUR→USDC conversion. SOFORT itself has no end-user fees — the platform absorbs acquirer costs.

Which payment methods are supported?

Klarna (Pay Now / Pay Later), SOFORT, SEPA bank transfer, credit card (Visa/Mastercard), Apple Pay, Google Pay, and direct USDC deposit on Polygon. Availability depends on your jurisdiction.

Can I deposit with a credit card?

Yes, Visa and Mastercard. Credit card deposits carry a ~2.5% acquirer surcharge (standard for card payments). Apple Pay and Google Pay run on the same card rails — same surcharge.

What's the minimum deposit?

10 EUR / 10 USD equivalent. No upper limit, but deposits over $1,500 lifetime volume trigger a quick KYC flow (typically 5-10 minutes).

How do withdrawals work?

Identical methods in reverse. SEPA withdrawal: T+1 (standard) or under 10 seconds (SEPA Instant). Klarna withdrawals process via bank-account refund. USDC withdrawal to external wallet: Polygon gas cost (typically $0.01).