NBA 2026-27 schedule released: Key dates and how to watch

The NBA released its 2026-27 season schedule, which includes opening night matchups and special games throughout the year. The schedule features the defending champion Knicks playing against LeBron James' team, the 76ers, among other notable contests.

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St. Louis Post-DispatchLean Left· Aug 13, 2026

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Cleveland Plain DealerLean Left· Aug 11, 2026

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Local MemphisCenter· Aug 14, 2026

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NBA releases 2026-27 regular-season schedule

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NBA 2026-27 schedule released: Key dates and how to watch

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NBA 2026-27 schedule released: Key dates and how to watch

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NBA 2026-27 schedule released: Key dates and how to watch

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NBA 2026-27 schedule released: Key dates and how to watch

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Billings GazetteLean Right· Aug 13, 2026

NBA releases 2026-27 regular-season schedule

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Winchester StarLean Right· Aug 13, 2026

NBA's 2026-27 schedule gives Jaylen Brown and Giannis Antetokounmpo homecoming games in January

Daily JournalLean Right· Aug 13, 2026

NBA’s 2026-27 schedule gives Jaylen Brown and Giannis Antetokounmpo homecoming games in January

Green Field ReporterLean Right· Aug 13, 2026

NBA’s 2026-27 schedule gives Jaylen Brown and Giannis Antetokounmpo homecoming games in January

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