The possible start date of the new NBA season has become known. According to the source of Metaratings, referring to the statement of the league's management, it can start on December 22.
It is also worth noting that due to the late start this season will turn out to be somewhat shortened: instead of the traditional 82 matches, the teams will play 72 games in the regular season. The NBA playoffs should be completed before the start of the Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo, which is scheduled to start on July 23, 2021.
Recall that last season in the NBA was interrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It was resumed in a truncated version, and all matches were played in a specially organized «bubble» without the fans being allowed to the stands. “No. 1” in this unusual championship was the Los Angeles Lakers, who beat Miami in the final 4: 2.
