NBA regular season opens today with triple-header featuring LeBron and Knicks
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Last updated Oct 20, 2026
The 2026-2027 NBA regular season starts today with a triple-header. The Boston Celtics face the Detroit Pistons at 3 p.m. ET in Detroit. At 7 p.m. ET, the Philadelphia 76ers play the defending champion New York Knicks in New York. The final matchup features the Oklahoma City Thunder traveling to San Antonio to take on the Spurs at 9:30 p.m. ET. LeBron James is expected to make his regular season debut with the 76ers, following his preseason appearance earlier this month.
- •Boston Celtics play Detroit Pistons at 3 p.m. ET.
- •Philadelphia 76ers host New York Knicks at 7 p.m. ET.
- •Oklahoma City Thunder visit San Antonio Spurs at 9:30 p.m. ET.
- •LeBron James slated to debut with the 76ers tonight.
- •NBC and Peacock broadcasting games.
- 5:07 PMYahoo Sports — NBA regular season starts today. How to watch LeBron, Celtics, Spurs
"The 2026-2027 NBA regular season starts strong with a triple-header broadcast on Tuesday. Here's what you need to know about today's games.
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