NBA 2026-27 season begins with schedule updates and media shifts

The 2026-27 NBA season has officially commenced, marked by significant broadcasting changes and schedule milestones. NBC has returned to televising NBA games, including a season-opening doubleheader on October 20 featuring the Oklahoma City Thunder against the Houston Rockets and the Los Angeles Lakers against the Golden State Warriors.

Streaming service Prime Video will also provide extensive coverage, airing more than 60 games throughout the season, including marquee matchups such as the New York Knicks versus the Boston Celtics.

Key upcoming dates for the season include the start of the Emirates NBA Cup on October 30, the NBA G League draft on October 24, and the All-Star weekend scheduled to take place in Phoenix in February. The league trade deadline is set for February 11.