It’s the dawn of a new era of Bucks basketball in Milwaukee. Refreshed with a new energy and reloaded with a variety of talented new young Bucks, the story of the 2026-27 team will be paved with promise and fast-rising talent.

And while much of the league has written the Bucks off as NBA championship contenders, the Fear the Deer and Bucks in Six mentality knows no bounds. Yes, the future is green and growing for the Milwaukee Bucks, and we now know how the season’s going to unfold this year.

The Milwaukee Bucks have released the 2026-27 schedule for the coming NBA season, giving fans everywhere reason to get excited about basketball in the city again. Here’s everything you need to know about Bucks basketball in 2026-27, including the top matchups, Central Division opponents and NBA Cup Nights.

Divisional Opponents

Familiarity breeds contempt, and with four matchups a year in the Central Division, that means rivalries all over the calendar.

Chicago Bulls

October 23 & April 6

Indiana Pacers

October 25 & March 20

Cleveland Cavaliers

October 31 & January 15

Detroit Pistons

March 2 & 18

Prime Matchups

The NBA champion Knicks, Giannis’ return to Milwaukee and LeBron’s 76ers roll into Fiserv Forum this year. Here’s when you can see them.
 

New York Knicks

December 2 & April 18

Philadelphia 76ers

January 1

Miami Heat

January 28 & March 12

Minnesota Timberwolves

December 23

Boston Celtics

November 5

Los Angeles Lakers

November 11

Portland Trail Blazers

November 19

San Antonio Spurs

November 30

NBA Cup Nights

Colorful courts, City Edition jerseys and a chance at hardware. The chase for the cup begins anew at these November matchups.

Toronto Raptors

November 6

Brooklyn Nets

November 25

Fear the Deer