The NBA 2024-2025 season is almost up. It is full of anticipation as the fans worldwide hold their breath, waiting to see the action. This guide brings forth a update with key dates, favored teams, and major events for the new season.

Key Dates for NBA 2024-2025

Officially, the NBA 2024-2025 season goes from October 22nd until April 13, 2025. The teams are supposed to play with 82 regular-season games each before they go into the Play-In Tournament and then to the Playoffs, culminating into the Finals. But even before the real action officially gets underway, present are some events that just can’t be missed:

• October 4 and 6, 2024: NBA Abu Dhabi Games: Boston Celtics vs. Denver Nuggets

• October 6, 2024: NBA Canada Series: Toronto Raptors vs. Washington Wizards, Montreal.

• November 2, 2024: The NBA Mexico City Game: The Miami Heat face off against the Wizards.

• November 12, 2024: NBA Cup new season: Group stage to run until December 3, followed by the quarterfinals on December 10 -11, Semifinals on December 14, and the final to be staged in Las Vegas on December 17.

• January 23 and 25, 2025: NBA Paris Game between the San Antonio Spurs and the Indiana Pacers

Pre-Season Highlights: Global NBA Events

Before the regular season kicks off, fans will get to enjoy exciting exhibition matches featuring teams such as the NBA Abu Dhabi Games. Global showcases like these offer something different, highlighting growth in the NBA’s global outreach campaign.

NBA Cup and Playoffs Overview

The NBA Cup, a thrilling in-season tournament, adds another layer of excitement to teams competing for something other than playoff position. A Play-In Tournament that has been introduced these last few years shakes up the playoff race, with teams getting sometimes their final shot at postseason glory.

The Favorites to Win the NBA 2024-2025 Championship

Coming in fresh off of their 18th NBA title this season, the Boston Celtics enter the season as projected favorites. Under head coach Joe Mazzulla and loaded with a talented, full-of-confidence team, the Celtics are in position for another deep playoff run, but not without some possible obstacles in other top teams.

With a star in their fold like Luka Dončić, the Dallas Mavericks will always be a force. Waiting around the corner is an eager Denver Nuggets to get back to the top that won the championship in 2023. Other teams to look at first will be the Milwaukee Bucks based on championship pedigree, as well as the better-than-ever Minnesota Timberwolves Also on the radar will be the Phoenix Suns and probably the Los Angeles Lakers, too, because LeBron James in his quest to do yet another title run with his son Bronny.

Get Ready for the NBA 2024-2025 Season

The NBA 2024-2025 will be one of the most blisteringly different seasons in games that must be seen, thrilling rivalries, and moments that just cannot be forgotten. From opening tip to the Finals, this year promises relentless action and surprises. Do not forget to mark your calendars, tune into all major events, and witness history in the making as this journey to the NBA championship unfolds.