Now, the nation’s basketball enthusiasts can officially put it in their diaries! The league announced its complete schedule of marquee games, including high-stakes player debut events, marquee banners and verbal competition. With games spanning across U.S. time zones, local hoops fans must have the official NBA opening week schedule Philippine Time breakdown to not miss a play.
If you’re looking to watch the games of the NBA opening week on local television or want a complete guide to the 2026-27 NBA Opening Night games to watch, here’s all you need to know.
2026-27 NBA Opening Night Matchups in Philippine Standard Time (PST)
The regular season officially kicks off in North America Tuesday, October 20, 2026, or Wednesday morning, October 21, 2026 for Philippine Standard Time (PST) fans.
Day 1: Opening Night Tripleheader (Wednesday, Oct. 21, PST)
The first slate of NBA opening night games delivers three high-octane battles:
- Boston Celtics vs. Detroit Pistons – 3:00 AM PST: An early-morning clash between top Eastern Conference seeds from last season.
- The defending champion Knicks fly the banner at Madison Square Garden before taking aim at a revamped 76ers team, which tips off the game at 7:00 AM PST.
- Oklahoma City Thunder vs. San Antonio Spurs – 9:30 AM PST: A Western Conference playoff repeat featuring Shai Gilgeous-Alexander vs. Victor Wembanyama.
Key Opening Week Schedule (Oct. 22–24, PST)
The excitement ramps up across the rest of the NBA opening week schedule:
- Thursday, Oct. 22 (PST):
- Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Miami Heat – 7:30 AM PST
- Golden State Warriors vs. Los Angeles Lakers – 10:00 AM PST
- Friday, Oct. 23 (PST):
- Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Philadelphia 76ers – 7:00 AM PST
- Denver Nuggets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder – 9:30 AM PST
- Saturday, Oct. 24 (PST):
- New York Knicks vs. Boston Celtics – 7:00 AM PST
- Houston Rockets vs. San Antonio Spurs – 9:30 AM PST
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How to Watch NBA Live in the Philippines: NBA Opening Week Live Stream Guide
However, this is only half the plan, knowing the schedule is essential as well. There are a number of quick, crisp options to help you view NBA live in the Philippines.
- NBA League Pass: The official direct-to-consumer platform offers full live streaming and on-demand replays for all opening week games across smartphone, tablet, and smart TV screens.
- Local Cable & Free TV: Other networks such as One Sports and TV5 may show some marquee games for local fans during opening week.
- Telco Digital Add-Ons: Local mobile companies (Smart Communications and Globe Telecom, among others) are regularly providing NBA League Pass access packages for mobile streaming on a daily or monthly basis.
For official updates and complete game schedules, visit the NBA Official Website or check the NBA Official Schedule. You can also read in-depth game previews on the NBC Sports NBA Report.
FAQs
When does NBA opening week start in Philippine Time?
NBA opening week begins on Wednesday morning, October 21, 2026, in Philippine Standard Time (PST), corresponding to Tuesday, October 20, in U.S. local time.
What are the main 2026-27 NBA Opening Night matchups?
The primary 2026-27 NBA Opening Night matchups feature the Boston Celtics vs. Detroit Pistons, Philadelphia 76ers vs. New York Knicks, and Oklahoma City Thunder vs. San Antonio Spurs.
How can I stream NBA opening week games on my phone in the Philippines?
You can stream games live on your mobile device by subscribing to NBA League Pass through the NBA app or via mobile data promo add-ons from local telecommunication providers.
