Get Ready for the NBA 2023-24 Season: Full Schedule Release and More
Get your calendars ready: The NBA is set to release the full 2023-24 season schedule Thursday. Here’s everything we know so far — check back later for updates and analysis.
When is the full schedule released?
The league is announcing all contests at 3 p.m. ET on Thursday. ESPN will air the full reveal on “NBA Today.”
When does the season start?
Opening night is set for Oct. 24. It will feature the Los Angeles Lakers at the Denver Nuggets and the Phoenix Suns at the Golden State Warriors on TNT, league sources told The Athletic’s Shams Charania last week.
What other matchups do we already know?
Christmas Day (All via league sources)
Other notable games
More notable games on the 2023-24 schedule, per league sources:
– Lakers-Nuggets, Suns-Warriors on NBA’s opening night
How does the NBA scheduling process work?
Here’s how the 82-game schedule for each team breaks down:
– Two games apiece against out-of-conference foes (30 games)
– Four games apiece against teams in-division (16 games)
– Either three or four games apiece against intraconference opponents (36 games spread across 10 opponents)
What’s up with that new in-season tournament?
The NBA in-season tournament is an annual competition debuting this upcoming season that will feature all 30 teams vying for the NBA Cup. The format is akin to popular international soccer tournaments and is the league’s way of introducing a new title that it hopes will gain some import with all of its constituents.
The NBA unveiled the schedule for the tournament earlier this week. The competition starts on Nov. 3 with seven games, including marquee matchups between the Mavericks and the Nuggets and the Knicks visiting the Bucks on the first night.
All in-season tournament games count toward the regular-season standings except for the championship on Dec. 9. Each player on the winning team will take home $500,000; players on the second-place team will get $200,000 each; players on losing semifinals teams will get $100,000 each; and the losing quarterfinalists will earn $50,000 per player.
The NBA season is always an exciting time for basketball fans, and the anticipation for the 2023-24 season is no different. With the release of the full schedule, fans can now mark their calendars and plan their viewing parties accordingly.
The full schedule will be released on Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, with ESPN airing the reveal on “NBA Today.” This announcement will provide fans with all the information they need to know about the upcoming season, including dates, times, and matchups.
Opening night is scheduled for Oct. 24 and promises to be an exciting start to the season. The Los Angeles Lakers will face off against the Denver Nuggets, while the Phoenix Suns take on the Golden State Warriors. These matchups are sure to set the tone for what promises to be an action-packed season.
In addition to the opening night games, there are several other notable matchups that have already been revealed. Christmas Day games are always highly anticipated, and this year will be no different. While specific matchups have not been announced yet, fans can expect thrilling games between some of the league’s top teams.
The NBA scheduling process is a meticulous one, ensuring that each team plays a balanced and fair schedule. Teams will face off against out-of-conference opponents twice, totaling 30 games. They will also play four games against teams in their division, adding up to 16 games. Finally, teams will play either three or four games against intraconference opponents, resulting in 36 games spread across 10 opponents.
One of the most exciting additions to the upcoming season is the new in-season tournament. This tournament will feature all 30 teams competing for the NBA Cup, following a format similar to popular international soccer tournaments. The NBA hopes that this tournament will add a new level of excitement and competition to the regular season.
The schedule for the in-season tournament was recently released, with the competition set to begin on Nov. 3. The first night will feature seven games, including marquee matchups between the Mavericks and the Nuggets, as well as the Knicks visiting the Bucks. All games in the tournament will count towards the regular-season standings, except for the championship game on Dec. 9.
Not only will teams be vying for the NBA Cup, but there are also significant financial incentives for players. The winning team will see each player take home $500,000, while players on the second-place team will receive $200,000 each. Players on losing semifinals teams will earn $100,000 each, and the losing quarterfinalists will receive $50,000 per player.
The NBA 2023-24 season is shaping up to be an unforgettable one. With the release of the full schedule, fans can start planning their game nights and eagerly anticipate the exciting matchups that lie ahead. From opening night to the in-season tournament, there will be no shortage of thrilling basketball action for fans to enjoy. So get ready, mark your calendars, and prepare for an incredible season of NBA basketball.