Cavs reveal key dates for 2026-27 season, including LeBron's return
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 9:04 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
The Cleveland Cavaliers announced significant dates for the 2026-27 NBA season. They will open the season on the road against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 22. Notable upcoming games include facing LeBron James on November 6, also against the 76ers. The Cavs will compete in the NBA Cup, starting with their first match against Philadelphia on November 6. They will also host the Detroit Pistons on Martin Luther King Day, January 19. The entire schedule will be released tomorrow.
- •Cavs season opener is October 22 at Philadelphia.
- •LeBron James returns to Cleveland on November 6.
- •Cavs begin NBA Cup on November 6 against the 76ers.
- •Cavs host Detroit Pistons on January 19 for MLK Day.
- •Full NBA schedule to be released tomorrow.
- 9:04 PMYahoo Sports — Key dates revealed in Cavs 2026-27 season: LeBron’s return to Cleveland
"We have some key dates to look forward to this Cavs season.
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