NBA MLK Day 2026 Schedule: Knicks, Hawks & More! Don't Miss Out!
Get ready for a day of thrilling basketball action! The NBA has announced its lineup for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 19, 2026, featuring four nationally televised games you won't want to miss. Mark your calendars and prepare to be glued to your screens as some of the league's top teams face off.
MLK Day 2026 NBA Schedule
The MLK Day schedule is packed with exciting matchups, broadcast on NBC and Peacock. Here's a look at the games:
- Milwaukee Bucks at Atlanta Hawks: 1:00 PM ET (Peacock)
- Oklahoma City Thunder at Cleveland Cavaliers: 2:30 PM ET (NBC | Peacock)
- Dallas Mavericks at New York Knicks: 5:00 PM ET (NBC | Peacock)
- Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons: 8:00 PM ET (NBC | Peacock)
The Atlanta Hawks are especially excited to be back in action on MLK Day. After having to move their game last year due to a conflict with the college football playoff championship, they're returning to their tradition of hosting a game on this important holiday. They'll be facing off against the Milwaukee Bucks in what promises to be a high-energy contest.
More NBA Schedule News
The full 2025-26 NBA schedule is set to be released later this week, so stay tuned for more details on game times and broadcast information. We already know about the opening day doubleheader and the five-game Christmas Day schedule, but there's plenty more to look forward to!
The NBA is clearly looking to solidify its presence on MLK Day, offering a full slate of games for fans to enjoy. This comes as the NFL has begun to encroach on the NBA's traditional Christmas Day dominance. With this four-game lineup, the NBA hopes to capture the attention of basketball fans nationwide and create a memorable holiday experience.
Hawks Preseason Schedule
In other news, the Atlanta Hawks have also announced their four-game preseason schedule. This will be the first opportunity for fans to see new additions like Kristaps Porzingis, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and Luke Kennard in action. The Hawks will play the Houston Rockets twice, the Memphis Grizzlies, and the Miami Heat.