NBA 2025-2026 Season Schedule Revealed
As the NBA gears up for the 2025-2026 season, the league is revealing key details about the schedule. According to ESPN insider Shams Charania, the season will commence on October 21, showcasing two highly anticipated matches on NBC, marking the network’s return to NBA broadcasting after a 20-year absence.
Inaugural Games
The inaugural game will see the Houston Rockets face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder, while the Golden State Warriors will take on the Los Angeles Lakers. Fans are particularly looking forward to the clash between Warriors star Stephen Curry and Lakers legend LeBron James, even though there are questions surrounding James’s status with the team heading into the new season.
Christmas Day Matchups
In addition to the season opener, Charania has also highlighted the Christmas Day schedule, which will feature five matchups spread across major networks ABC and ESPN. These games include:
- Cleveland Cavaliers vs. New York Knicks
- San Antonio Spurs vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
- Houston Rockets vs. Los Angeles Lakers
- Dallas Mavericks vs. Golden State Warriors
- Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets
With these exciting games on the horizon, NBA fans have much to look forward to as the season approaches. More details regarding the schedule will be provided in future updates.
