2022-23 NBA schedule release, key dates: Warriors-Lakers on opening night; LeBron, Luka meet on Christmas Day

The league unveiled its 2022-23 regular-season schedule Wednesday

The full 2022-23 NBA regular-season schedule was officially released on Wednesday, which means the start of the season is right around the corner. The upcoming season will tip off on Oct. 18, run through early April and feature a full 82-game slate for each team. 

For the first time, the schedule will feature a Rivals Week, which will highlight rivalries both new and old. Also, after its popularity over the past two years, this season will again feature a play-In tournament to determine the final playoff spots in each conference. 

Here's a look at all the key dates and matchups for the upcoming NBA season.