NBA Schedule
Understanding the NBA Schedule
The NBA regular season usually starts toward the end of October and ends in April. The playoffs follow, concluding around June with the NBA Finals. However, the NBA has a year-long schedule and you can wager on the NBA throughout most of it.
In addition to the regular season schedule, there’s also the NBA Playoff schedule. The playoffs consist of a best-of-seven series between two teams, with the winner advancing to the next round until a champion is determined. The playoff schedule is announced once the regular season is completed.
The schedule also includes the preseason, the NBA Summer League, the NBA Draft, and other special events related to the world’s top professional basketball league. Look for NBA odds to be available from the sportsbook
The NBA schedule refers to the planned games for the current basketball season. The calendar lists the dates, times, and opponents for each team’s games throughout the regular season.
The NBA calendar is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances, but the NBA makes every effort to minimize disruptions to the schedule. Fans can check their basketball team’s schedule regularly to keep up with the latest games.
The NBA is continuously evolving and changing, and as such, the schedule is subject to changes throughout the season. There may be postponed games, or unexpected scheduling conflicts that can lead to game time changes or rescheduling. Fans should always check the official NBA schedule for the latest updates and changes.
2024 Basketball Events
The SoFi Play-In Tournament for the 2023-24 NBA season is scheduled for April 16-19, 2024, bridging the gap between the regular season’s conclusion on April 14 and the playoffs’ commencement on April 20. This tournament will feature teams ranking from seventh to tenth based on their winning percentages in each conference.
Keep an eye out for the NBA All-Star Game in the 2024 season. Traditionally held in February, this event usually occurs after the mid-point of the NBA season. Each year brings potential tweaks to the All-Star Game or the All-Star Weekend format.
Just like in regular season or playoff matchups, you’ll have the opportunity to bet on the All-Star Game point spreads and moneylines.
- Date: February 18, 2024
- Venue: Vivint Arena, Salt Lake City
The league has also ventured outside of North America, offering the Global Games as part of its pre- or regular-season schedule. Venues in Japan, France and Mexico, among other countries, have hosted these games.
Before Betting on NBA Games Today
The NBA is constantly changing but remains one of the most carefully-lined sports. With that said, there are plenty of upsets and unexpected results. Keep in mind these three things before wagering on NBA games:
BET THE ODDS NOT THE TEAM
Bet the odds, not the team. It’s easy to fall in love with the top teams and bet on them every game. But make sure to look up the betting stats and records of the team first. How are they on the point spread? How do they do as a home team? Or as a favorite?
CHECK THE INJURY REPORT
Injuries happen every day in the NBA. It is rare to find a team that is not dealing with any injuries. These can impact the game a lot, as points will be taken off or added on the betting lines, depending on which players are absent.
DON'T GET SWAYED BY YOUR EMOTIONS
The most obvious tip, but one of the hardest to follow, is to not be swayed by your emotions. This includes betting for your favorite teams or against your most hated teams. Abstain from betting on games that involve these teams, if possible.