When Does the NBA Season Start?

The NBA season is set to start on December 22, 2020. However, this date is subject to change due to the ongoing pandemic.

Introduction

Although the NBA Finals just ended less than two months ago, it’s never too early to start thinking about when the next season will start. The answer, unfortunately, is not as straightforward as one might hope.

The NBA season technically starts in late September/early October with preseason games. However, the regular season doesn’t start until the first week of October if there are no delays.

Then, the regular season runs until mid-April, at which point the playoffs begin. The playoffs can last anywhere from four to seven weeks, depending on how long it takes for a team to win four out of seven playoff games (best of seven series).

Finally, the NBA Finals generally start in late May/early June and last for about two weeks. So, all said and done, the NBA season can last anywhere from six and a half months to nine months.

Of course, all of this is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances like weather delays or Covid-19 related postponements. Nevertheless, this provides a general outline for when the next NBA season will start.

When does the NBA season start?

The NBA season typically starts in late October, with the pre-season games beginning in early October. The regular season generally runs through mid-April, with the playoffs beginning in late April and running into early June. So, the NBA season is typically about eight months long.

Pre-season

The NBA season starts with the Pre-season. The pre-season is a time for rookies and veterans to show their skills on the court. The regular season will start on October 22, 2019.

Regular season

The regular season of the NBA usually starts in October and ends in April. The playoffs start in late April and the Finals are usually held in early June.

Post-season

The post-season is a time when the best teams in the NBA compete for the championship title. This season starts on April 16 and ends on June 13.

Conclusion

The consensus among most NBA analysts is that the 2020-21 season will likely start sometime in mid-to-late December, with training camps opening around a month beforehand. However, nothing has been officially announced yet, so it’s still possible that the season could start earlier or later than expected. Obviously, a lot will depend on how the COVID-19 pandemic progresses over the next few months.