The Toronto Raptors are set to kick off the upcoming NBA season at home, marking the 14th occasion in the last 15 years. The NBA unveiled the complete 2026-27 schedule, revealing that the Raptors will face off against the Chicago Bulls at Scotiabank Arena on October 21. Following this, the team will hit the road for their first away game against the Washington Wizards two days later.
Among the noteworthy matchups at home are consecutive showdowns against the reigning champions, the New York Knicks, on November 15 and 17. Additionally, the San Antonio Spurs led by Victor Wembanyama are scheduled to visit on December 10, while Canadian standout Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder will face off against the Raptors on March 10.
January is anticipated to be the busiest month for the Raptors, with a total of 17 games, including a six-game home stretch. The team is also set to play 15 back-to-back games during the season, seven of which will not require any travel.
The NBA has announced 80 out of Toronto’s 82 regular-season games, with the remaining two to be arranged after the conclusion of the in-season NBA Cup tournament group stage. However, the Raptors will not be featured in the league’s Christmas Day lineup this year. The last time the Raptors played on December 25 was in 2019 when they were the defending NBA champions.