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Knicks-Sixers, Lakers-Warriors highlight first day of NBA Cup

The NBA Cup kicks off with marquee matchups as the 2026-27 schedule is released.

By · Published August 12, 2026  17:26 UTC · Updated August 15, 2026  08:27 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: The NBA Cup kicks off with marquee matchups as the 2026-27 schedule is released.
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The schedule release comes as the league continues to experiment with new formats and structures. The Boston Celtics' schedule has already drawn attention for its unusual structure.

The New York Times and ESPN have both noted the marquee matchups on the opening day. The NBA Cup's format and the implications of the Celtics' schedule are not yet clear.

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What teams are playing on the first day of the NBA Cup 2026?

The New York Knicks will play the Philadelphia 76ers, and the Los Angeles Lakers will play the Golden State Warriors.

What is unusual about the Boston Celtics' schedule?

Yahoo Sports describes the Boston Celtics' 2026-27 NBA regular season schedule as "weird." The CelticsBlog provides details on the Celtics' NBA Cup schedule.

What is the NBA Cup?

The Emirates NBA Cup 2026 is a new tournament format that will precede the 2026-27 NBA regular season.

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