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NBA training camp schedule: Start dates, preseason games for all 30 teams ahead of 2023-24 season – CBS Sports
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The 2023-24 NBA season is about a month away and teams are gearing up for training camp ahead of October’s exhibition games. Some teams will start working things out this week ahead of international tip-offs, while most others won’t kick things off until Oct. 3. Lots of teams have made significant moves since 2022-23 ended.
In preparation for training camp and the preseason, here’s key information you need to know about all 30 teams.
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Hawks: Watching how the frontcourt functions without John Collins, who was moved to the Utah Jazz.
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Celtics: How will Kristaps Porzingis mesh with Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown?
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Nets: Can Mikal Bridges lead the team for a full season as the first option on offense?
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Hornets: Brandon Miller has to live up to the tremendous expectations that come along with being the second overall pick.
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Bulls: The competition for the starting point guard spot will be interesting to watch, as Ayo Dosunmu and Carter could give Alex Caruso a run for his money.
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Sept. 26
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One thought on the Cavaliers: The Cavs added some much-needed perimeter players to help their long-distance shooting.
Training camp starts: Wednesday, Sept. 27
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One thought on the Mavericks: Can Dallas’ massive roster overhaul provide enough support for the Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic show?
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Nuggets: Who will step up on the Nuggets’ bench following the departure of Bruce Brown?
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Pistons: The Pistons can have assembled promising young talent at both guard spots, on the wing, and down low. Now they have to figure out the pieces to make some legitimate progress.
Training camp starts: Monday, Oct. 2
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One thought on the Warriors: Chris Paul’s small-ball fit with the Warriors could be a huge success or a major setback to kick off the year.
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Rockets: Can bringing in established veterans and hiring Ime Udoka help fix the culture and lackluster defense in Houston?
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Pacers: Obi Toppin and Jarace Walker could provide the Pacers with some much-needed frontcourt support.
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Clippers: We all ask the same question about the Clippers every year. Can Kawhi Leonard and Paul George stay healthy together? If so, they can make a strong playoff push.
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Sept. 27
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One thought on the Lakers: Can the Lakers’ free agency signing give them enough depth to whether the non-LeBron James and Anthony Davis minutes?
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Sept. 27
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One thought on the Grizzlies: Marcus Smart will have to mesh with his new team quickly to keep Memphis afloat while Ja Morant serves a 25-game suspension to kick off the 2023-24 season.
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Heat: Miami is reportedly being cut out of the Portland Trail Blazers‘ potential trade partners for Damian Lillard. Do they have enough punch at point guard with Kyle Lowry at the helm?
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Bucks: The Bucks need to focus on being a strong title contender, as Giannis Antetokounmpo appears to be open to exploring his options elsewhere. A healthy year from Khris Middleton should help fix that.
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Sept. 27
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One thought on the Timberwolves: Anthony Edwards likely needs to take a major step forward as Minnesota’s go-to guy in order for them to establish themselves as a force in the star-studded Western Conference.
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Pelicans: New Orleans has already been dealt a significant blow now that Trey Murphy is set to miss time with a meniscus tear. Will the health issues of Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram make things worse?
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Knicks: The Knicks didn’t really shake things up in free agency. Will they be able to make a trade and acquire an unhappy superstar sometime during the season?
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Thunder: Can the Thunder take a big leap as a team and bypass the play-in tournament now that they have a strong mix of battle-tested young pieces and serviceable veterans?
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Magic: Orlando has plenty of length and defensive versatility but needs to figure out its long-term point guard situation. Adding Black to a group that includes Markelle Fultz, Cole Anthony, and Jalen Suggs is a little confusing.
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the 76ers: James Harden clearly wants out and there’s speculation that Joel Embiid could be willing to move on as well. Will Philly’s foundation crumble during the 2023-24 season?
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Suns: The Suns have assembled one of the NBA’s most dynamic starting units, but whether their reserves can win bench minutes and hold the team down through injuries remains to be seen.
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Blazers: A full Trail Blazers rebuild could be on the way. Will Anfernee Simmons, Scoot Henderson, and Shaedon Sharpe lead the way in 2023-24 following a Damian Lillard trade?
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Kings: Sacramento broke its lengthy playoff drought last season. Can they remain consistent with the same core group after boasting the NBA’s highest-scoring offense in 2022-23?
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Spurs: Wenbanyama’s first NBA season will be a major point of emphasis across the league. The top pick from the 2023 NBA Draft could take the league by storm and serve as San Antonio’s next dynasty building block.
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Raptors: The Vanvleet era is over in Toronto so it’s time for someone new to run the offense. If Schroder doesn’t act as the regular floor general, Scottie Barnes could be asked to step up.
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Jazz: Utah replenished its young core despite losing Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert last offseason. Lauri Markkanen and company can improve upon last season’s surprising success with more depth and more youth to develop.
Training camp starts: Tuesday, Oct. 3
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One thought on the Wizards: Washington has cleared the way for up-and-coming stars by moving Bradley Beal. The Wizards aren’t likely to contend by a long shot, but seeing Jordan Poole and Kyle Kuzma run a team could be interesting.
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