NEW ORLEANS — Pelicans fans finally have the complete schedule.
The full New Orleans Pelicans 2026-27 Schedule is here, covering every preseason game and the entire regular season. From early October exhibitions to the final stretch in April, this schedule shows home dates at Smoothie King Center, key road trips, Emirates NBA Cup games, and special international contests.
Below is every confirmed game with dates, approximate tip-off times in Eastern, and special designations.
Preseason Games
The 2026-27 New Orleans Pelicans Schedule begins with four preseason contests. The Pelicans open on the road against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Tulsa, travel to Miami and Dallas, and close preseason at home against the Washington Wizards.
Regular Season Overview
The regular season portion of the New Orleans Pelicans 2026-27 Schedule tips off on October 21 at home against the Indiana Pacers and runs through mid-April. The slate features a strong home presence at Smoothie King Center, multiple Emirates NBA Cup games, and unique international games in Paris and Manchester.
New Orleans Pelicans Schedule 2026-27
| Date | Opponent | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Preseason | ||
| Tuesday | at Oklahoma City ThunderBOK Center, Tulsa | 8:00pm ET |
| Thursday | at Miami HeatKaseya Center | 7:30pm ET |
| Wednesday | at Dallas MavericksAmerican Airlines Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Friday | Washington WizardsSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Regular Season & Opening Night | ||
| Wednesday | Indiana PacersSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Friday | at Utah JazzDelta Center | 9:30pm ET |
| Saturday | at Denver NuggetsBall Arena | 9:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | Denver NuggetsSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Thursday | Sacramento KingsSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Saturday | Atlanta HawksSmoothie King Center | 7:00pm ET |
| Monday | at Memphis GrizzliesFedExForum | 8:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | Utah JazzSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| NBA Cup | ||
| Friday | Minnesota TimberwolvesSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Sunday | at LA ClippersIntuit Dome | 9:00pm ET |
| Monday | at Golden State WarriorsChase Center | 10:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | Brooklyn NetsSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| NBA Cup | ||
| Friday | Memphis GrizzliesSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Saturday | Denver NuggetsSmoothie King Center | 7:00pm ET |
| Monday | Golden State WarriorsSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | Detroit PistonsSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| NBA Cup | ||
| Friday | at Oklahoma City ThunderPaycom Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Saturday | at San Antonio SpursFrost Bank Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Monday | Phoenix SunsSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| NBA Cup | ||
| Friday | at LA ClippersIntuit Dome | 9:30pm ET |
| Sunday | at Portland Trail BlazersModa Center | 6:00pm ET |
| Monday | at Sacramento KingsGolden 1 Center | 10:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | Los Angeles LakersSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Sunday | at Sacramento KingsGolden 1 Center | 9:00pm ET |
| Monday | at Los Angeles LakersCrypto.com Arena | 10:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | New York KnicksSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Friday | Sacramento KingsSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Sunday | San Antonio SpursSmoothie King Center | 7:00pm ET |
| Monday | Memphis GrizzliesSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | Oklahoma City ThunderSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Saturday | at Brooklyn NetsBarclays Center | 6:00pm ET |
| Monday | at Toronto RaptorsScotiabank Arena | 7:30pm ET |
| Wednesday | at Detroit PistonsLittle Caesars Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Thursday | Los Angeles LakersSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Saturday | Miami HeatSmoothie King Center | 7:00pm ET |
| Monday | Dallas MavericksSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | Portland Trail BlazersSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Friday | Orlando MagicSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Sunday | at Miami HeatKaseya Center | 6:00pm ET |
| NBA Paris Game | ||
| Thursday | vs San Antonio SpursAccor Arena, Paris | 2:00pm ET |
| NBA Manchester Game | ||
| Sunday | vs San Antonio SpursCo-op Live, Manchester | 10:30am ET |
| Wednesday | Oklahoma City ThunderSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Friday | Dallas MavericksSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Monday | Cleveland CavaliersSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | at Houston RocketsToyota Center | 8:30pm ET |
| Thursday | Philadelphia 76ersSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Saturday | at Cleveland CavaliersRocket Arena | 7:30pm ET |
| Monday | at Philadelphia 76ersXfinity Mobile Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Tuesday | at Orlando MagicKia Center | 7:00pm ET |
| Thursday | at Washington WizardsCapital One Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Saturday | at Chicago BullsUnited Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Monday | at Indiana PacersGainbridge Fieldhouse | 7:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | at Atlanta HawksState Farm Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Friday | Houston RocketsSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Sunday | LA ClippersSmoothie King Center | 2:00pm ET |
| Tuesday | at Portland Trail BlazersModa Center | 10:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | at Golden State WarriorsChase Center | 10:00pm ET |
| Thursday | Phoenix SunsSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Saturday | at Phoenix SunsMortgage Matchup Center | 9:00pm ET |
| Monday | Utah JazzSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | at Houston RocketsToyota Center | 8:30pm ET |
| Friday | Milwaukee BucksSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Saturday | at Memphis GrizzliesFedExForum | 8:00pm ET |
| Monday | at Minnesota TimberwolvesTarget Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | at Charlotte HornetsSpectrum Center | 7:00pm ET |
| Friday | Toronto RaptorsSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Saturday | at Dallas MavericksAmerican Airlines Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Tuesday | Minnesota TimberwolvesSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Thursday | Charlotte HornetsSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Friday | Houston RocketsSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Sunday | at Boston CelticsTD Garden | 3:00pm ET |
| Tuesday | at New York KnicksMadison Square Garden | 7:30pm ET |
| Friday | at Dallas MavericksAmerican Airlines Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Sunday | Boston CelticsSmoothie King Center | 7:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | at Milwaukee BucksFiserv Forum | 8:00pm ET |
| Saturday | at Oklahoma City ThunderPaycom Center | 5:00pm ET |
| Monday | Washington WizardsSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Tuesday | at Denver NuggetsBall Arena | 9:00pm ET |
| Thursday | at Utah JazzDelta Center | 9:00pm ET |
| Sunday | Chicago BullsSmoothie King Center | 6:00pm ET |
Key Notes
The New Orleans Pelicans 2026-27 Schedule includes several Emirates NBA Cup games and unique international contests in Paris and Manchester. Home games at Smoothie King Center give fans multiple chances to see the team throughout the season.
How to Stay Updated
This page will be updated if any times or networks change.
For official information, visit the New Orleans Pelicans official website.
You can also follow live coverage on ESPN.
More NBA Schedules
- Full 2026-27 NBA Schedule
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- Houston Rockets 2026-27 Schedule
- Dallas Mavericks 2026-27 Schedule
FAQ
When does the New Orleans Pelicans 2026-27 Schedule start?
Preseason begins on October 6, 2026, against Oklahoma City. The regular season opens on October 21 at home against Indiana.
How many preseason games are on the New Orleans Pelicans 2026-27 Schedule?
Four preseason games are currently confirmed.
Where do the Pelicans play their home games?
All home games are played at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans.
Is this the complete New Orleans Pelicans 2026-27 Schedule?
Yes. This version includes the full preseason and regular season schedule currently available.
