The NBA is heading north again: the 2026 NBA Canada Games, presented by Bell, bring two preseason matchups to Canada in October, featuring the Toronto Raptors against the Miami Heat and the LA Clippers. One game makes history in Quebec City, the other returns to Vancouver. Here are the dates, arenas, matchups, and how to get tickets.
- What: Two NBA preseason games in Canada, presented by Bell.
- When: Saturday, October 3 and Saturday, October 10, 2026.
- Games: Toronto Raptors vs. Miami Heat, then Toronto Raptors vs. LA Clippers.
- Where: Videotron Centre (Quebec City) and Rogers Arena (Vancouver).
- Tickets: On sale August 20, 2026; register at NBACanadaGames.com.
2026 NBA Canada Games Schedule
| Date | Matchup | Arena | City |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 3 | Toronto Raptors vs. Miami Heat | Videotron Centre | Quebec City, QC |
| Sat, Oct 10 | Toronto Raptors vs. LA Clippers | Rogers Arena | Vancouver, BC |
Tip times and broadcast details are set to be announced closer to the games.
Quebec City Makes NBA History
The October 3 game between the Raptors and Heat at Videotron Centre is the first NBA game ever played in Quebec City. It is a milestone for the market and continues the NBA effort to grow the game across Canada beyond Toronto.
Vancouver Welcomes the NBA Back
One week later, on October 10, the Raptors face the LA Clippers at Rogers Arena in Vancouver. It is the eighth NBA Canada Game held in Vancouver, a city with deep NBA roots dating back to the Grizzlies era.
Tickets
Tickets for both 2026 NBA Canada Games go on sale Wednesday, August 20, 2026. Fans can register their interest ahead of the on-sale at NBACanadaGames.com to get access and updates.
About the NBA Canada Games
The NBA Canada Games have been part of the preseason since 2012. The 2026 editions are the 21st and 22nd games in the series, which has brought 16 NBA teams and more than 377,000 fans together across six Canadian cities. Presented by Bell, the games give Canadian fans a chance to see NBA stars up close before the regular season tips off.
Related: 2026-27 NBA Preseason Schedule · NBA Opening Night 2026-27 · 2026-27 NBA Schedule (Printable, PDF, TV).
