Anticipating the NBA 2024-25 Season

The NBA 2024-25 schedule has been released, and there’s a lot to look forward to. From exciting debuts and star-studded face-offs to thrilling reunions and playoff repeats, here are the games we’re most excited about.

Star Switches and Anticipated Reunions

The upcoming season will see a number of stars in new jerseys. Notably, Klay Thompson will be playing for the Dallas Mavericks, Paul George for the Philadelphia 76ers, Mikal Bridges for the New York Knicks, and DeMar DeRozan for the Sacramento Kings. These switches set the stage for some must-watch reunions.

Match-ups Made of Dreams

The season will also see top rookies face off. In October, we’ll see No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher take on No. 2 pick Alex Sarr, and in November, Donovan Clingan will face Zach Edey in a rematch of the 2024 NCAA title game.

Rising Stars and Seasoned Veterans

Victor Wembanyama, the reigning Rookie of the Year, is expected to continue his rise to NBA stardom. At the same time, 39-year-old LeBron James, fresh from a gold-medal win in Paris, will commence his 22nd season, which equals the league record. These are just a few of the storylines we’re eagerly waiting to watch unfold in the 2024-25 season.

Key Games of the Season

We have broken down the most anticipated games of the upcoming season, including must-see revenge games, the Christmas Day lineup, and key match-ups in both Los Angeles arenas.

NBA Schedule FAQs

The NBA preseason begins with the Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets starting training camp on Sept. 24. Regular season games commence on Oct. 22 with the Celtics hosting the New York Knicks, and the Minnesota Timberwolves visiting the Los Angeles Lakers.

In-Season Tournament

The second edition of the Emirates NBA Cup, also known as the in-season tournament, will see all 30 NBA teams drawn into six groups of five. The knockout stages begin with the quarterfinals on Dec. 10 and Dec. 11. The semifinals and the championship game will be held in Las Vegas.

Christmas Games Schedule

There will be five games on Dec. 25: San Antonio Spurs vs. New York Knicks, Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Dallas Mavericks, Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors, and Denver Nuggets vs. Phoenix Suns.

NBA All-Star Game

The NBA All-Star Game will be held on Feb. 16 at Chase Center in San Francisco, home of the Golden State Warriors. The NBA playoffs will begin after the regular season concludes on April 13.

Star-Studded First-Week Match-ups

The first week of the NBA season promises to be exciting with a number of high-profile games scheduled. Notably, the New York Knicks will face the Boston Celtics on Oct. 22, and the Phoenix Suns will play the LA Clippers on Oct. 23.

Must-Watch Reunions

The season will also feature some anticipated reunion games. Klay Thompson will face his old team, the Golden State Warriors, for the first time on Nov. 12. Paul George will return to LA Clippers on Nov. 6, and DeMar DeRozan will face his former team, the Chicago Bulls, on Jan. 12.

Postseason Rematches

The new season will also see some big postseason rematches. Notably, the Boston Celtics will face the Dallas Mavericks on Jan. 25, the Denver Nuggets will play the Minnesota Timberwolves on Nov. 1, and the Orlando Magic will square off against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Nov. 1.

LeBron’s 22nd Season: Making History

LeBron James is set to make history in his 22nd season, including potentially playing alongside his son, Bronny James. Aside from that, other notable moments to watch out for include LeBron’s first game at 40 years old on Dec. 31, his first visit to the Intuit Dome on Jan. 19, and his revenge game against the Denver Nuggets on Nov. 23.

Looking Ahead

The NBA 2024-25 season promises to be a thrilling one with a lot to look forward to. From star switches and anticipated reunions to key games and historical moments, there’s something for every NBA fan.