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NBA announces triple-header for opening day of 2026-27 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 2:32 PM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

NBA announces triple-header for opening day of 2026-27 season

Summary

The NBA has confirmed its schedule for the opening day of the 2026-27 season, set for October 20. The slate includes a triple-header featuring the Philadelphia 76ers at New York Knicks, Oklahoma City Thunder at San Antonio Spurs, and Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons. The early 3:00 p.m. ET start for the Celtics-Pistons game has generated mixed reactions, with reigning champion Josh Hart expressing surprise. LeBron James will debut with the 76ers against the Knicks on the latter's ring night at Madison Square Garden, adding to the anticipation for the new season.

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Key Details

•NBA opening day is scheduled for October 20, 2026.
•Triple-header includes a 3:00 p.m. ET game for the first time.
•Josh Hart and others express mixed reactions to the scheduling.
•LeBron James to debut for the 76ers against the Knicks.
•Knicks will raise their championship banner during the game.

Latest Updates

2:32 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Incredibly Corny,’ ‘So Hype’ – Josh Hart, NBA World Divided As Shams Charania Announces Opening Day Slate

What they're saying

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The release of the NBA schedule is finally here. After commissioner Adam Silver confirmed that the league was waiting for an official decision from LeBron James, it didn’t take long for the matchups for the next regular season to drop.
— Yahoo Sports

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