CLEVELAND — Cavaliers fans finally have real dates to look forward to.
The first portion of the Cleveland Cavaliers 2026-27 Schedule is here, giving fans an early look at preseason action and the opening stretch of the regular season. Preseason begins in early October, followed quickly by the start of the regular season later in the month.
This Cleveland Cavaliers schedule shows important home games at Rocket Arena, early road tests, and a balanced mix of Eastern Conference opponents. It offers a clear picture of how the team will open the new year and which opponents they will face right away.
Below is every confirmed game so far with dates, tip-off times in Eastern, venues, and broadcast information. This Cleveland Cavaliers schedule will continue to be updated as the league releases more games.
Preseason Games
The Cleveland Cavaliers 2026-27 Schedule includes three preseason games. The Cavaliers open at home against the Boston Celtics, then host the Orlando Magic before closing preseason on the road against Orlando.
These contests will give the coaching staff valuable evaluation time before the regular season begins. Preseason remains important for testing new lineups and building early chemistry.
Early Regular Season Stretch
The regular season portion of the Cleveland Cavaliers 2026-27 Schedule starts on the road against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 22. The Cavaliers then return home to face the Brooklyn Nets.
Week 2 features home games against the Minnesota Timberwolves and Washington Wizards, followed by road games against the Atlanta Hawks and Milwaukee Bucks. This early stretch mixes divisional rivals with strong Eastern Conference competition.
Fans following the Cleveland Cavaliers schedule will notice a solid balance of home and road games in the opening weeks.
Cleveland Cavaliers Schedule 2026-27
| Date | Opponent | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Preseason | ||
| Thursday | Boston CelticsRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Sunday | Orlando MagicRocket Arena | 6:30pm ET |
| Tuesday | at Orlando MagicKia Center | 7:00pm ET |
| Regular Season | ||
| Thursday | at Philadelphia 76ersXfinity Mobile Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Saturday | Brooklyn NetsRocket Arena | 7:30pm ET |
| Monday | Minnesota TimberwolvesRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | Washington WizardsRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Thursday | at Atlanta HawksState Farm Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Saturday | at Milwaukee BucksFiserv Forum | 8:00pm ET |
| Monday | Oklahoma City ThunderRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | at Oklahoma City ThunderPaycom Center | 8:00pm ET |
| NBA Cup | ||
| Friday | Philadelphia 76ersRocket Arena | 7:30pm ET |
| Saturday | New York KnicksRocket Arena | 8:00pm ET |
| Monday | at Charlotte HornetsSpectrum Center | 7:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | at New York KnicksMadison Square Garden | 7:00pm ET |
| NBA Cup | ||
| Friday | at Miami HeatKaseya Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Saturday | Dallas MavericksRocket Arena | 7:30pm ET |
| Monday | Chicago BullsRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | Memphis GrizzliesRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| NBA Cup | ||
| Friday | Indiana PacersRocket Arena | 7:30pm ET |
| Monday | at Chicago BullsUnited Center | 8:00pm ET |
| NBA Cup | ||
| Wednesday | at New York KnicksMadison Square Garden | 7:30pm ET |
| Sunday | Miami HeatRocket Arena | 6:00pm ET |
| Tuesday | Indiana PacersRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Thursday | at Chicago BullsUnited Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Saturday | Golden State WarriorsRocket Arena | 8:00pm ET |
| Tuesday | San Antonio SpursRocket Arena | 8:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | at Orlando MagicKia Center | 7:00pm ET |
| Friday | at Detroit PistonsLittle Caesars Arena | 7:30pm ET |
| Sunday | Utah JazzRocket Arena | 6:00pm ET |
| Monday | New York KnicksRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | at Washington WizardsCapital One Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Sunday | Washington WizardsRocket Arena | 6:00pm ET |
| Monday | at Boston CelticsTD Garden | 8:00pm ET |
| Thursday | LA ClippersRocket Arena | 3:00pm ET |
| Saturday | at Charlotte HornetsSpectrum Center | 1:00pm ET |
| Sunday | at Houston RocketsToyota Center | 7:00pm ET |
| Tuesday | Toronto RaptorsRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Thursday | at Orlando MagicKia Center | 7:00pm ET |
| Saturday | Denver NuggetsRocket Arena | 5:00pm ET |
| Monday | at Minnesota TimberwolvesTarget Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | at Atlanta HawksState Farm Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Friday | at Milwaukee BucksFiserv Forum | 8:00pm ET |
| Saturday | at Memphis GrizzliesFedExForum | 8:00pm ET |
| Monday | Detroit PistonsRocket Arena | 12:00pm ET |
| Thursday | at Brooklyn NetsBarclays Center | 7:30pm ET |
| Saturday | at Dallas MavericksAmerican Airlines Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Monday | at New Orleans PelicansSmoothie King Center | 8:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | Detroit PistonsRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Friday | at Toronto RaptorsScotiabank Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Saturday | New Orleans PelicansRocket Arena | 7:30pm ET |
| Monday | at Utah JazzDelta Center | 9:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | at Phoenix SunsMortgage Matchup Center | 9:00pm ET |
| Thursday | at Portland Trail BlazersModa Center | 10:00pm ET |
| Saturday | Orlando MagicRocket Arena | 7:30pm ET |
| Tuesday | Toronto RaptorsRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | at Indiana PacersGainbridge Fieldhouse | 7:00pm ET |
| Friday | at Toronto RaptorsScotiabank Arena | 7:30pm ET |
| Sunday | Phoenix SunsRocket Arena | 1:00pm ET |
| Tuesday | Milwaukee BucksRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | Milwaukee BucksRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Thursday | Sacramento KingsRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Friday | at Boston CelticsTD Garden | 7:30pm ET |
| Monday | Philadelphia 76ersRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Thursday | Portland Trail BlazersRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Saturday | Atlanta HawksRocket Arena | 5:30pm ET |
| Tuesday | at Detroit PistonsLittle Caesars Arena | 8:00pm ET |
| Thursday | at LA ClippersIntuit Dome | 10:30pm ET |
| Friday | at Los Angeles LakersCrypto.com Arena | 10:00pm ET |
| Sunday | at Sacramento KingsGolden 1 Center | 6:00pm ET |
| Tuesday | at Golden State WarriorsChase Center | 10:00pm ET |
| Thursday | at Denver NuggetsBall Arena | 9:00pm ET |
| Saturday | Chicago BullsRocket Arena | 7:30pm ET |
| Monday | Houston RocketsRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Thursday | Los Angeles LakersRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Monday | Miami HeatRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | at Brooklyn NetsBarclays Center | 7:30pm ET |
| Thursday | Boston CelticsRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Sunday | Charlotte HornetsRocket Arena | 3:00pm ET |
| Monday | Brooklyn NetsRocket Arena | 7:00pm ET |
| Wednesday | at San Antonio SpursFrost Bank Center | 7:30pm ET |
| Friday | at Indiana PacersGainbridge Fieldhouse | 7:00pm ET |
| Sunday | Atlanta HawksRocket Arena | 6:00pm ET |
Home and Road Split
The Cleveland Cavaliers 2026-27 Schedule currently shows a strong home presence early. Rocket Arena will host several early matchups, including games against Boston, Orlando, Brooklyn, Minnesota, and Washington.
Road games include trips to Orlando, Philadelphia, Atlanta, and Milwaukee. These early matchups will help set the tone for the season.
What This Schedule Means for Cavaliers Fans
An early mix of home games gives fans plenty of chances to see the team at Rocket Arena. The presence of strong Eastern Conference opponents means the Cavaliers will be tested from the start.
These early games will help shape the team’s identity heading into the long year ahead and give the coaching staff a clearer look at rotations. Tracking the Cleveland Cavaliers schedule closely will be important as more games are added.
How to Stay Updated
This page will be updated as more games are released. Times and networks can still change, especially during preseason.
For official information, visit the Cleveland Cavaliers official website.
You can also follow live coverage on ESPN.
More NBA Schedules
- Full 2026-27 NBA Schedule
- Atlanta Hawks 2026-27 Schedule
- Boston Celtics 2026-27 Schedule
- Brooklyn Nets 2026-27 Schedule
FAQ
When does the Cleveland Cavaliers 2026-27 Schedule start?
Preseason begins on October 8, 2026, against Boston. The regular season opens on October 22 at Philadelphia.
How many preseason games are on the Cleveland Cavaliers 2026-27 Schedule?
Three preseason games are currently confirmed.
Where do the Cavaliers play their home games?
All home games are played at Rocket Arena in Cleveland.
Is this the complete Cleveland Cavaliers 2026-27 Schedule?
This is the confirmed early portion. The full schedule will be added here as soon as the league releases it.
