NBA teams reshuffle starting lineups in opening week of 2026-27 season
The gist
The 2026-27 NBA season opened Oct 20 with a tripleheader, and teams have been adjusting starters since.
Injuries and rest days are forcing lineup changes that could shape early standings.
How it unfolded
- Oct 20, 2026The 2026-27 season opens with a tripleheader: Celtics at Pistons, defending champion Knicks host 76ers, Thunder at Spurs.
- Oct 28, 2026Thunder, 4-0, reveal their starting five vs. the Mavericks 30 minutes before tip-off; Dallas starts Kyrie Irving, Max Christie, Cooper Flagg, P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford.
- Oct 30, 2026Hornets open NBA Cup play against the Wizards with Dennis Schröder in the opening five.