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East Finals Head to Prime Video as NBA Schedule Highlights Streaming Shift
sports14 days ago

East Finals Head to Prime Video as NBA Schedule Highlights Streaming Shift

The NBA’s 2026–27 schedule signals a streaming-first era: the Eastern Conference finals will be streamed exclusively on Prime Video, while ESPN/ABC will carry the Western Conference finals; NBC is out of the conference finals this season. Knicks, Spurs and Lakers will each appear in the maximum 34 national games, and NBC/ABC will add more broadcasts, tightening competition with Hollywood for TV slots. The piece also marks Jimmy Traina’s final SI column, reflecting on a long career in sports media amid the streaming-era shift.

NBA unveils 2026-27 schedule: full team-by-team slate and Emirates Cup details
2026-27-schedule-release15 days ago

NBA unveils 2026-27 schedule: full team-by-team slate and Emirates Cup details

NBA.com has released the 2026-27 regular-season schedule, with downloadable PDFs for the full date-by-date schedule, by-team schedule, and team calendars. Each of the 30 teams now has a dedicated page listing their complete games and links to Emirates NBA Cup, national TV, and League Pass schedules. The release also outlines Emirates NBA Cup group play, MLK Day and Presidents’ Day schedule highlights, and notes that teams announced their schedules on social media.

Blazers' 2026-27 Schedule Is Brutal on Travel, Heavy on TV
sports15 days ago

Blazers' 2026-27 Schedule Is Brutal on Travel, Heavy on TV

The Trail Blazers’ 2026-27 schedule is brutally road-heavy, with 12 of the first 17 games on the road, two six-game trips before year’s end, and 13 total back-to-backs (including a preseason road-back). They open at home vs. Phoenix on Oct. 21, marking Damian Lillard’s return to Portland, and will be featured in 11 nationally televised games. Portland also competes in the Emirates NBA Cup with a group that includes the Spurs, Lakers, Warriors and Kings, with the final in Indianapolis on Dec. 11 and makeup games around the tournament.

Knicks' title defense anchors a calendar of rivalries and marquee dates in 2026-27 NBA schedule
sports17 days ago

Knicks' title defense anchors a calendar of rivalries and marquee dates in 2026-27 NBA schedule

CBS Sports highlights 10 must-watch dates for the 2026-27 NBA season, kicking off Oct. 20 with the Knicks’ championship banner ceremony and an opening-night slate that includes Knicks vs. 76ers and Spurs vs. Thunder, a December NBA Cup final in Indianapolis, a Christmas Day featuring a Knicks–Spurs finals rematch and LeBron James’ return to the Lakers, plus intriguing storylines like Jaylen Brown’s return to Boston, Giannis Antetokounmpo’s return to Milwaukee, a Kawhi Leonard mystery bowl, and rookie showdowns between A.J. Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson.

Ovechkin’s potential farewell becomes a real possibility after Capitals schedule release
sports1 month ago

Ovechkin’s potential farewell becomes a real possibility after Capitals schedule release

Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin signed a one-year deal to return for a 22nd season, and the published 2026-27 schedule points to what could be his final home game on April 4, 2027 against the Penguins at Capital One Arena, with a three‑game road finish ending April 10 vs the Flyers; retirement chatter persists but he hasn’t ruled out playing beyond 2026-27 as he chases 1,000 career goals and another Stanley Cup.

Patriots stay grounded as Super Bowl rematch looms in Seattle opener
sports3 months ago

Patriots stay grounded as Super Bowl rematch looms in Seattle opener

Patriots players react to the NFL schedule release with a focus on preparation rather than revenge, noting that Week 1 in Seattle is a Super Bowl rematch. Marcus Jones and Brenden Schooler say they’re concentrating on installing plays, training camp and what they can control, while Schooler also looks forward to his first game at SoFi Stadium as he and teammates aim to build on last season’s run.

Ravens’ Schedule Win: Favorable Path After Release
sports3 months ago

Ravens’ Schedule Win: Favorable Path After Release

FOX Sports labeled the Baltimore Ravens as one of the big winners of the NFL schedule release, highlighting a favorable 2026 slate (no 2025 playoff teams until Week 8, home games vs Jaguars and Chargers, and light travel) plus rest advantages and a prime Monday Night Football matchup with the Chargers; the piece also previews Ravens OTAs and storylines surrounding Lamar Jackson’s new offense.

32 Must-See Showdowns Set for the 2026 NFL Season
sports3 months ago

32 Must-See Showdowns Set for the 2026 NFL Season

The Athletic’s NFL staff identifies 32 must-watch games for the 2026 regular season, spotlighting reunions, rematches and rivalries that could shape divisions and narratives for every team. Expect marquee showdowns and primetime clashes—from Bears-Packers on Christmas to Chiefs-Bills on Thanksgiving and 49ers-Eagles in Week 17—along with other schedule-driven storylines that fans will be circling.

Packers Inbox Finds Fun in 2026 Schedule Reveal
news-insider-inbox3 months ago

Packers Inbox Finds Fun in 2026 Schedule Reveal

Packers.com readers celebrate the 2026 schedule release video in Insider Inbox, praising the voices and humor (including Micah Parsons on a scooter) while weighing in on schedule quirks like four of the last five at home, a Week 11 bye, and night games, and discussing Jordan Love’s development and the team’s path down the stretch.

Eagles Edge Toward a Favored 2026 Schedule, Eyeing Third NFC East Title
sports3 months ago

Eagles Edge Toward a Favored 2026 Schedule, Eyeing Third NFC East Title

Analysts regard the Philadelphia Eagles as a Schedule Winner for 2026, praising a favorable slate that includes five primetime games, an overseas trip, and a December three-game homestand—factors that could help them chase a third consecutive NFC East title, even as questions linger about offense and leadership from Sirianni and Hurts.

Packers’ 2026 schedule breaks 24-year NFC North streak with no back-to-back division games
sports3 months ago

Packers’ 2026 schedule breaks 24-year NFC North streak with no back-to-back division games

Green Bay’s 2026 schedule is notable for breaking a 24-year streak of back-to-back NFC North games, spreading six division contests across Weeks 1–18 (Week 1 vs Minnesota, Week 5 vs Chicago, Week 7 at Detroit, Week 10 vs Minnesota, Week 16 at Chicago, Week 18 vs Detroit) with no consecutive division games. The layout could affect injuries and rest during the stretch run and marks a rare anomaly, while Thanksgiving-week planning around the Rams provides two recovery periods before the late-season push; time will tell if the change benefits the Packers or their rivals.