The reigning NBA Champion New York Knicks will be on the main stage this upcoming 2026-27 season after the league released the schedule for Opening Week and Christmas Day on Tuesday.
The NBA released its schedule Tuesday morning on Good Morning America with ESPN’s Malika Andrews. Insider Shams Charania also was tweeting out the games as it was happening. The entire schedule will be released on Thursday at 3 p.m.
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) shoots the ball over New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) in the first half during game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) shoots the ball over New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) in the first half during game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) shoots the ball past San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) in the first half during game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) grabs his leg as San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper (2) looks on during the first quarter during game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) dribbles the ball past San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) in the first half during game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – JUNE 03: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks reacts during the second quarter against the San Antonio Spurs in Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center on June 03, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Director Spike Lee looks on during the first quarter between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks during game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – JUNE 03: American actor and comedian Ben Stiller reacts during Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks at Frost Bank Center on June 03, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Actor Tracy Morgan in the first half during game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – JUNE 03: American actor and comedian Ben Stiller looks on during Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks at Frost Bank Center on June 03, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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The San Antonio Spurs’ Dylan Harper (2) dribbles against the New York Knicks’ Jalen Brunson during Game 1 of the NBA Finals on June 3, 2026.
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) reacts after an injury against the San Antonio Spurs in the first half during game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) makes a pass against San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) in the first half during game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) and guard Stephon Castle (5) celebrates during the first quarter during game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) dribbles the ball past San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper (2) in the first half during game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) shoots the ball against the San Antonio Spurs in the first half during game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – JUNE 03: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 and Landry Shamet #44 of the New York Knicks attempt to box out Harrison Barnes #40 of the San Antonio Spurs during the second quarter in Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center on June 03, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – JUNE 03: Dylan Harper #2 of the San Antonio Spurs reacts during the second quarter against the New York Knicks in Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center on June 03, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – JUNE 03: Dylan Harper #2 of the San Antonio Spurs attempts to dunk the ball against Mikal Bridges #25 of the New York Knicks during the first quarter in Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center on June 03, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – JUNE 03: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks shoots the ball past Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs during the first half in Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center on June 03, 2026 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. (Photo by Eric Gay – Pool/Getty Images)
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – JUNE 03: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs reacts during the second quarter against the New York Knicks in Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center on June 03, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – JUNE 03: Dylan Harper #2 of the San Antonio Spurs dribbles between Josh Hart #3 and Landry Shamet #44 of the New York Knicks during the first quarter in Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center on June 03, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – JUNE 03: Head coach Mike Brown of the New York Knicks looks on during the first quarter against the San Antonio Spurs in Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center on June 03, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – JUNE 03: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs shoots the ball against Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks during the second quarter in Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center on June 03, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
American actor and comedian Ben Stiller reacts during Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks at Frost Bank Center on June 03, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas.
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) and guard Jalen Brunson (11) react in the first half during game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) shoots the ball against the San Antonio Spurs Devin Vassell (24) during Game 1 of the NBA Finals on June 3, 2026.
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New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) enters the arena before game one of the 2026 NBA Finals.
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Former New York Knicks Patrick Ewing reacts before game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center.
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A detailed view of New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns shoes before game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center.
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) enters the arena before game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) enters the arena for game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images
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Knicks and Spurs, Game 1 NBA Finals photos
Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) grabs his leg as San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper (2) looks on during the first quarter during game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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NBA Finals rematch on Christmas Day and Ring Night annnounced
Reigning Finals MVP Jalen Brunson and the Knickerbockers will raise their championship banner when they face LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers on Oct. 20, tip-off is at 7:30 p.m. That Tuesday night will also be the ring ceremony.
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There will also be a rematch of the Finals on Christmas Day when the Knicks play Defensive Player of the Year Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.
Apr 30, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) celebrates after a victory over the Atlanta Hawks during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Last season, the Knicks won their first championship in 53 years. In Game 4 of the Finals, the Knicks completed the greatest comeback in finals history after an OG Anunoby tip-in with 1.2 seconds left that completed a 29-point comeback.
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