NBA Training Camp Schedule: Start Dates, Preseason Games for All 30 Teams
The 2023-24 NBA season is about a month away and teams are gearing up for training camp ahead of October’s exhibition games. Some teams have made significant moves since 2022-23 ended.
NBA teams will begin training camp on Tuesday, October 3rd, and preseason games will start on Thursday, October 5th. The regular season is set to begin on Tuesday, October 24th.
Here’s a look at all 30 teams in preparation for training camp and the preseason:
Atlanta Hawks
New faces
Patty Mills, Kobe Bufkin, Bruno Fernando
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 10 vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
- Oct. 12 vs. Memphis Grizzlies
- Oct. 14 vs. New Orleans Pelicans
- Oct. 17 at Indiana Pacers
- Oct. 20 at Philadelphia 76ers
One thought: Watching how the frontcourt functions without John Collins, who was moved to the Utah Jazz.
Boston Celtics
New faces
Kristaps Porzingis, Lamar Stevens, Dalano Banton, Svi Mykhailuk, Jordan Walsh, DJ Steward
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 8 vs. Philadelphia 76ers
- Oct. 9 at New York Knicks
- Oct. 17 vs. New York Knicks
- Oct. 19 at Charlotte Hornets
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One thought: How will Kristaps Porzingis mesh with Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown?
Brooklyn Nets
New faces
Dennis Smith Jr., Lonnie Walker, Darius Bazley, Harry Giles, Trendon Watford
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 9 at Los Angeles Lakers
- Oct. 12 vs. Maccabi Ra’Anana
- Oct. 16 vs. Philadelphia 76ers
- Oct. 18 at Miami Heat
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One thought: Can Mikal Bridges lead the team for a full season as the first option on offense?
Charlotte Hornets
New faces
Brandon Miller, Frank Ntilikina, Nick Smith
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 10 at Miami Heat
- Oct. 12 at Washington Wizards
- Oct. 15 vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
- Oct. 19 vs. Boston Celtics
One thought: Brandon Miller has to live up to the tremendous expectations that come along with being the second overall pick.
Chicago Bulls
New faces
Jevon Carter, Torrey Craig
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 8 at Milwaukee Bucks
- Oct. 12 vs. Denver Nuggets
- Oct. 15 at Denver Nuggets
- Oct. 17 vs. Toronto Raptors
- Oct. 19 vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
One thought: The competition for the starting point guard spot will be interesting to watch, as Ayo Dosunmu and Carter could give Alex Caruso a run for his money.
Cleveland Cavaliers
New faces
Max Strus, Georges Niang, Tristan Thompson
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 10 at Atlanta Hawks
- Oct. 12 vs. Orlando Magic
- Oct. 16 vs. Maccabi Ra’Anana
- Oct. 20 at Indiana Pacers
One thought: The Cavs added some much-needed perimeter players to help their long-distance shooting.
Dallas Mavericks
New faces
Grant Williams, Derrick Lively, Seth Curry, Markieff Morris, Dante Exum, Olivier Maxence Prosper, Derrick Jones, Greg Brown
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 5 at Minnesota Timberwolves in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
- Oct. 7 at Minnesota Timberwolves in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
- Oct. 10 at Real Madrid in Madrid, Spain
- Oct. 20 vs. Detroit Pistons
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One thought: Can Dallas’ massive roster overhaul provide enough support for the Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic show?
Denver Nuggets
New faces
Julian Strawther, Jalen Pickett, Hunter Tyson
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 10 at Phoenix Suns
- Oct. 12 at Chicago Bulls
- Oct. 15 vs. Chicago Bulls
- Oct. 17 at Los Angeles Clippers
- Oct. 19 at Los Angeles Clippers
One thought: Who will step up on the Nuggets’ bench following the departure of Bruce Brown?
Detroit Pistons
New faces
Ausar Thompson, Monte Morris, Joe Harris
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 8 vs. Phoenix Suns
- Oct. 12 at Oklahoma City Thunder in Montreal, Quebec
- Oct. 19 vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
- Oct. 20 at Dallas Mavericks
One thought: The Pistons can have assembled promising young talent at both guard spots, on the wing, and down low. Now they have to figure out the pieces to make some legitimate progress.
Golden State Warriors
Training camp starts: Monday, Oct. 2
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 7 vs. Los Angeles Lakers
- Oct. 13 at Los Angeles Lakers
- Oct. 15 at Sacramento Kings
- Oct. 18 vs. Sacramento Kings
- Oct. 20 vs. San Antonio Spurs
One thought: The Warriors adding Chris Paul in the offseason, and his fit with the team’s small-ball lineup will be one of the biggest storylines to watch. Paul is a future Hall of Famer, but he is also 37 years old and coming off a season in which he missed significant time due to injury. If he can stay healthy, he could be a huge boost for the Warriors. However, if he breaks down again, it could be a major setback.
Houston Rockets
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 10 vs. Indiana Pacers
- Oct. 12 at New Orleans Pelicans
- Oct. 16 at San Antonio Spurs
- Oct. 18 at San Antonio Spurs
- Oct. 20 vs. Miami Heat
One thought: The Rockets are hoping that bringing in established veterans like Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks, as well as hiring Ime Udoka as their head coach, will help fix the culture and lackluster defense in Houston. VanVleet and Brooks are both tough-nosed defenders, and Udoka has a reputation for being a defensive-minded coach. If they can get the Rockets to play better defense, it could lead to a significant turnaround for the team.
Indiana Pacers
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 8 at Memphis Grizzlies
- Oct. 10 at Houston Rockets
- Oct. 16 at Atlanta Hawks
- Oct. 20 vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
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One thought: The Pacers added Obi Toppin and Jarace Walker in the offseason, and both players could provide the team with much-needed frontcourt support. Toppin is a high-energy forward who can score in bunches, while Walker is a versatile defender who can also stretch the floor with his shooting. If both players can develop into solid starters, it could help the Pacers make a playoff push.
Los Angeles Clippers
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 8 vs. Utah Jazz in Honolulu, Hawaii
- Oct. 10 vs. Utah Jazz
- Oct. 17 vs. Denver Nuggets
- Oct. 19 vs. Denver Nuggets
One thought: The Clippers have the same question every year: Can Kawhi Leonard and Paul George stay healthy together? If so, they can make a strong playoff push. However, if either player misses significant time due to injury, it could be a major setback for the team.
Los Angeles Lakers
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Sept. 27
Preseason schedule:
- Oct. 7 at Golden State Warriors
- Oct. 9 vs. Brooklyn Nets at T-Mobile Arena
- Oct. 11 vs. Sacramento Kings at Honda Center
- Oct. 13 vs. Golden State Warriors
- Oct. 15 vs. Milwaukee Bucks
- Oct. 19 vs. Phoenix Suns at Acrisure Arena
One thought: The Lakers made a number of signings in the offseason, including Christian Wood and Jaxson Hayes. These signings could give the team enough depth to weather the non-LeBron James and Anthony Davis minutes. However, it is important to note that Wood and Hayes are both injury-prone players. If either player misses significant time due to injury, it could put a strain on the Lakers’ depth.
Memphis Grizzlies
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Sept. 27
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 8 at Indiana Pacers
- Oct. 10 vs. Milwaukee Bucks
- Oct. 12 at Atlanta Hawks
- Oct. 15 at Miami Heat
- Oct. 20 at Milwaukee Bucks
One thought: The Grizzlies will be without Ja Morant for the first 25 games of the season due to a suspension. In his absence, Marcus Smart will need to mesh with his new team quickly and keep Memphis afloat. Smart is a tough-nosed defender and leader, so he should be able to help the Grizzlies stay competitive even without Morant. However, it will be interesting to see how he fits with the team’s other young stars, such as Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr.
Miami Heat
Preseason Schedule
- Oct. 10 vs. Charlotte Hornets
- Oct. 13 at San Antonio Spurs
- Oct. 15 vs. Memphis Grizzlies
- Oct. 18 vs. Brooklyn Nets
- Oct. 20 at Houston Rockets
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
One Word: The Heat are reportedly being cut out of the Portland Trail Blazers’ potential trade partners for Damian Lillard. This means that they will need to find a way to win without him. Kyle Lowry is still a solid player, but he is not the same player he was when he was younger. If the Heat want to make a deep playoff run, they will need to find a way to improve their point guard position.
Milwaukee Bucks
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 1 vs. Chicago Bulls
- Oct. 6 at Memphis Grizzlies
- Oct. 8 at Los Angeles Lakers
- Oct. 11 at Oklahoma City Thunder
- Oct. 12 vs. Memphis Grizzlies
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought: The Bucks need to focus on being a strong title contender, as Giannis Antetokounmpo appears to be open to exploring his options elsewhere. A healthy year from Khris Middleton should help fix that. Middleton is a key player for the Bucks, and his absence last season was a major reason why they were eliminated in the second round of the playoffs. If he can stay healthy, the Bucks should be one of the favorites to win the championship.
Minnesota Timberwolves
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 5 vs. Dallas Mavericks at Abu Dhabi
- Oct. 7 vs. Dallas Mavericks at Abu Dhabi
- Oct. 14 at New York Knicks
- Oct. 17 vs. Maccabi Ra’anana
- Oct. 19 at Chicago Bulls
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Sept. 27
One thought: Anthony Edwards likely needs to take a major step forward as Minnesota’s go-to guy in order for them to establish themselves as a force in the star-studded Western Conference. Edwards is a talented scorer, but he needs to become more consistent and improve his playmaking ability if he wants to lead the Timberwolves to a deep playoff run.
New Orleans Pelicans
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 10 vs. Orlando Magic
- Oct. 12 vs. Houston Rockets at Legacy Arena
- Oct. 14 at Atlanta Hawks at College Park
- Oct. 17 at Orlando Magic
One thought: The Pelicans have already been dealt a significant blow now that Trey Murphy is set to miss time with a meniscus tear. Will the health issues of Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram make things worse? Williamson and Ingram are both talented players, but they have been plagued by injuries throughout their careers. If they can’t stay healthy, it will be difficult for the Pelicans to make a playoff push.
New York Knicks
Training camp start date: Tuesday, October 3rd
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 9 vs. Boston Celtics
- Oct. 14 vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
- Oct. 17 at Boston Celtics
- Oct. 18 vs. Washington Wizards
One thought: The Knicks didn’t make any major moves in free agency, but they did add Donte DiVincenzo. Will they be able to make a trade and acquire an unhappy superstar sometime during the season?
Oklahoma City Thunder
Training camp start date: Tuesday, October 3rd
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 9 vs. San Antonio Spurs
- Oct. 12 vs. Dallas Mavericks at Bell Centre
- Oct. 15 at Charlotte Hornets
- Oct. 17 vs. Milwaukee Bucks
- Oct. 19 vs. Detroit Pistons at BOK Center
One thought: The Thunder have a young and talented roster, but they need to take a step forward this season. Can they bypass the play-in tournament and make the playoffs?
Orlando Magic
Training camp start date: Tuesday, October 3rd
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 10 at New Orleans Pelicans
- Oct. 12 at Cleveland Cavaliers
- Oct. 17 vs. New Orleans Pelicans
- Oct. 20 vs. Flamengo
One thought: The Magic have plenty of length and defensive versatility, but they need to figure out their long-term point guard situation.
Philadelphia 76ers
Training camp start date: Tuesday, October 3rd
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 8 at Boston Celtics
- Oct. 11 vs. Boston Celtics
- Oct. 16 at Brooklyn Nets
- Oct. 20 vs. Atlanta Hawks
One thought: James Harden clearly wants out, and there’s speculation that Joel Embiid could be willing to move on as well. Will Philly’s foundation crumble during the 2023-24 season?
Phoenix Suns
Training camp start date: Tuesday, October 3rd
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 8 at Detroit Pistons
- Oct. 10 vs. Denver Nuggets
- Oct. 12 at Portland Trail Blazers
- Oct. 16 vs. Portland Trail Blazers
- Oct. 19 at Los Angeles Lakers at Acrisure Arena
One thought: The Suns have one of the most dynamic starting units in the NBA, but their bench depth is a question mark.
Portland Trail Blazers
Training camp start date: Tuesday, October 3rd
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 10 vs. New Zealand Breakers
- Oct. 12 vs. Phoenix Suns
- Oct. 14 at Utah Jazz
- Oct. 16 a t Phoenix Suns
One thought: The Blazers are in rebuilding mode. Will Anfernee Simmons, Scoot Henderson, and Shaedon Sharpe lead the way in 2023-24?
Sacramento Kings
Training camp start date: Tuesday, October 3rd
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 8 at Toronto Raptors at Rogers Arena
- Oct. 11 at Los Angeles Lakers at Holda Center
- Oct. 15 vs. Golden State Warriors
- Oct. 18 at Golden State Warriors
- Oct. 19 vs. Utah Jazz
San Antonio Spurs
Training camp start date: Tuesday, October 3rd
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 9 at Oklahoma City Thunder
- Oct. 13 vs. Miami Heat
- Oct. 16 vs. Houston Rockets
- Oct. 18 vs Houston Rockets
- Oct. 20 at Golden State Warriors
Toronto Raptors
Training camp start date: Tuesday, October 3rd
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 8 vs. Sacramento Kings at Rogers Arena
- Oct. 15 vs. Cairns Taipans
- Oct. 17 at Chicago Bulls
- Oct. 20 vs. Washington Wizards
One thought: The Vanvleet era is over in Toronto. Who will run the offense for the Raptors in 2023-24?
Utah Jazz
Training camp start date: Tuesday, October 3rd
Preseason schedule
- Oct. 8 at Los Angeles Clippers at Honolulu, Hawaii
- Oct. 10 at Los Angeles Clippers at Seattle
- Oct. 14 vs. Portland Trail Blazers
- Oct. 16 vs. New Zealand Breakers
- Oct. 19 at Sacramento Kings
One thought: The Jazz have a young and talented core, but they need to improve upon last season’s surprising success.
Washington Wizards
Training camp start date: Tuesday, October 3rd
Preseason schedule
- Sept. 10 vs. Cairs Taipans
- Oct. 12 vs. Charlotte Hornets
- Oct. 18 at New York Knicks
- Oct. 20 at Toronto Raptors
One thought: The Wizards have cleared the way for up-and-coming stars by moving Bradley Beal. Will Jordan Poole and Kyle Kuzma be able to lead the Wizards to the playoffs?
