Golden State Warriors vs Los Angeles Lakers and Philadelphia 76ers vs Boston Celtics are set for the opening night of the NBA on October 18.
This is what Shams Charania of The Athletic reports, with both Finals particants playing in the opening night of the league.
Sources: NBA's 2022-23 Opening Night, Oct. 18 on TNT:
– 76ers at Celtics
– And as previously reported: Lakers at Warriors— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) August 16, 2022
The NBA is expected to officially release the schedule on Wednesday, however key matchups of the season have already been revealed.
More specifially, the Phoenix Suns will play the Dallas Mavericks in their season opener on October 19, while the “Battle of LA” will tip off on October 20, with the Lakers facing the Clippers.
NBA Finals participants, the Warriors and Celtics, will face each other on December 10 (San Francisco) and January 19 (Boston).
Golden State-Boston NBA Finals rematch dates for the 2022-23 season, per sources:
Dec. 10 in Golden State
Jan. 19 in Boston— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) August 16, 2022
