NBA teams face uneven schedule challenges for 2026–27 season
Sports Illustrated • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026

The 2026–27 NBA Schedule has been released, revealing disparities among teams' game schedules. While all teams play 82 games, not all slates are equal, impacting team performance and playoff possibilities. The schedule's structure raises questions about the fairness of certain teams' match-ups. More insights will emerge as the season progresses and teams adjust.
- •All NBA teams play 82 games in 2026–27.
- •Schedule disparities impact game fairness and outcomes.
- •Performance may vary due to schedule challenges.
- •Insights will develop as the season unfolds.
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"Not all 82-game slates are handed out equally.
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