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Key 2026-27 NBA schedule dates

Official NBA key dates ↗

These are the dates fans usually circle first—from Opening Night and the NBA Cup to All-Star Weekend and the start of the playoffs.

October 3, 2026

Preseason begins

The first NBA preseason games begin the run-up to Opening Night.

October 20, 2026

NBA Opening Night

The 2026-27 regular season starts with three nationally televised games on NBC and Peacock.

October 30 – December 11

Emirates NBA Cup

Group play starts October 30; the championship is December 11 at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

December 25, 2026

NBA Christmas Day

Five marquee games air across ABC and ESPN.

January 14 & 17, 2027

Paris and Manchester games

San Antonio and New Orleans meet in the NBA's European regular-season games.

February 19–21, 2027

NBA All-Star Weekend

Phoenix hosts NBA All-Star 2027.

April 11, 2027

Regular-season finale

All 30 teams play on the final day of the regular season.

April 13–18, 2027

Play-In and playoffs begin

The Play-In Tournament runs April 13–16, followed by the playoffs on April 18.

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2026-27 NBA schedule FAQ

When does the 2026-27 NBA regular season start?

Opening Night is Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The currently announced opener is a three-game NBC and Peacock slate.

When does the 2026-27 NBA regular season end?

The regular season ends Sunday, April 11, 2027, with all 30 teams scheduled to play.

How many games does each NBA team play?

Each team finishes with 82 regular-season games: 41 at home and 41 on the road. A released schedule may initially show 80 known opponents because two December games depend on NBA Cup results and are filled in later. The NBA Cup championship does not count toward the 82.

When is the 2026 Emirates NBA Cup?

Group play begins October 30 and ends November 27. Quarterfinals are December 4–5, semifinals are December 8 and/or 9, and the championship is December 11.

Where can I watch NBA games in 2026-27?

U.S. national games are listed across ABC, ESPN, NBC, Peacock, Prime Video and NBA TV when available. NBA League Pass carries eligible out-of-market games, subject to blackout rules.

Can I print or add the 2026-27 NBA schedule to my calendar?

Yes. Use the printable schedule, download tool or calendar page for league-wide and team-specific files.

2026-27 NBA Schedule — Dates, Times & TV Listings

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