The Brooklyn Nets will begin their 2026-27 NBA season with a demanding stretch of games, facing 10 opponents in the first 19 days, including six road contests and three back-to-back situations. Seven of these initial 10 games are against teams that qualified for the playoffs or play-in tournament last season. This challenging start underscores the team's ongoing efforts to rebuild and improve its standing.

Across the entire 2026-27 schedule, the Nets are slated for 16 back-to-back games. A notable date on the calendar is November 2, when Julius Randle is set to return to Madison Square Garden. While the upcoming season holds the potential for improvement, the team anticipates facing numerous losses as it continues its development.