StandingsThursday, Aug 13, 2026

Following the NBA's schedule release, our insiders break down the biggest games to watch for the 2026-27 season.

Let's take stock of how things shook out on the day when every fanbase learned what lies ahead.

The New York Knicks will tip off their title defense as part of opening night of the 2026-27 NBA season, and now they know their entire schedule.

See the complete 2026 NBA Christmas Day schedule, including all five matchups, start times and the Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals rematch.

See the complete 2026 NBA Cup schedule, including Group Play dates, all 60 matchups, quarterfinals, semifinals and the championship.

This season has the potential to be a bit better, though it is more likely that plenty more losses are on the way.

A pair of games overseas boost New Orleans and San Antonio's time in the air as the Western Conference braces to travel significant distances this season.

Feb 14, 2026; Los Angeles, CA, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver speaks to the media during a press conference before 2026 NBA All Star Saturday Night at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The Toronto Raptors have released their game schedule for the 2026-27 NBA season, and it looks like it’ll be starting off with a bang. The Chicago Bulls, who defeated the Raptors in the play-in in 2023, are coming to Toronto to show the 6ix their new-loo...

Coming off a hard-fought loss to the Las Vegas Aces 86-76, the Washington Mystics are 19- 13, still one of the hottest teams in the WNBA. Washington was just on a seven-game win streak, the most in franchise history. Players like Shakira Austin, Sonia Citron, and Kiki Iriafen are catalysts for the inspiring basketball we’ve […] The post Washington Mystics: Exciting Dark Horse Contender? appeared first on Stadium Rant.

The Stephen Curry show has its tour dates.

The NBA has officially released the schedule for the 2026-27 regular season and that of course means the dates on the calendar will start getting circled for the biggest matchups of the year. The Lakers are always one of the most anticipated matchups for many teams and that is even more the case with Luka […]

PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 7: Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers smile during the game on December 7, 2025 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant /NBAE via Getty...

PORTLAND, OR - JANUARY 28: Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers smiles during the game against the Toronto Raptors January 28, 2023 at the Moda Center Arena in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Sam Forencich/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images...

SAN ANTONIO, TX - MARCH 8: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs celebrates during the game against the Houston Rockets on March 8, 2026 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photos by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Gett...

The Cavaliers already knew where their season would begin. Now they know just about everything that comes after it. Cleveland opens Oct. 22 at Philadelphia against LeBron James, Jaylen Brown and the 76ers, because the NBA understands television. The home opener arrives two nights later against Brooklyn, beginning a three-game homestand that also includes Minnesota […] The post NBA gives Cavs LeBron right away, Knicks four times and a brutal January appeared first on Hoops Wire.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 20: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors talks with Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics after their game at Chase Center on January 20, 2025 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) | Getty Images The 2026-2027 NBA schedule is out, and ...

LAS VEGAS, NV - DECEMBER 16: A generic photo of the jumbotron before the Emirates NBA Cup Final game between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks on December 16, 2025 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by David Becker/NBAE via Getty Image...

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JANUARY 27: Dillon Brooks #3 of the Phoenix Suns looks on during the national anthem before the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Mortgage Matchup Center on January 27, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jeremy Chen/Getty Images) | Getty Images Today is the day. The date when the entire...

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Diving into the Mavericks’ upcoming schedule, good, bad and ugly

The Cavs schedule is here! Let's look ahead to a few key games.

This year’s WNBA play-offs will begin on September 27 and the Indiana Fever are currently among the favourites to be crowned champions. Caitlin Clark continues to impress, and her side are currently sitting 4th in the table with a record of 21-12.

Here's the full WNBA schedule for Aug. 13, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.

The Celtics have one 6-game roadtrips and three 4-game trips. Here’s how they stack up.

The Indiana Fever are the most popular team in the WNBA. Fans flock to arenas to watch their games or tune in to their TVs. The viewership numbers prove this as they continue to make history. Six of the 10…

The NBA has reduced the number of back-to-backs this season and cut down on travel overall.

Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers will have an opportunity to remain a contender in the Western Conference for the 2026-27 season.