Lakers, 76ers, Knicks, Spurs highlighted on NBA's national TV schedule

The NBA's 2026-27 schedule features the Los Angeles Lakers and Philadelphia 76ers each with 34 national TV games. The New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs also received the maximum allocations. The Oklahoma City Thunder will appear 30 times, while the Golden State Warriors and Denver Nuggets each have 28. The NBA will usher in the new season with a unique afternoon broadcast on October 20, starting with a Celtics versus Pistons matchup. This marks a strategic move to explore the potential of afternoon games, reflecting a shift in how the league approaches scheduling under its current broadcast agreements.

• 9:12 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers Join Sixers, Knicks, Spurs Atop NBA’s National TV Slate