The NBA and NBPA announced early Tuesday morning that they have reached an agreement in principle for adjustments to the collective bargaining agreement, clearing the way for the season to start Dec. 22.
The deal is still subject to a vote by the NBA’s Board of Governors, but that is considered a formality now and the rushed offseason process will begin Nov.16 when teams will be cleared to begin trades. The NBA Draft will follow on Nov. 18 and free agency will open for talks on Nov. 20 at 6 p.m. with official signings starting at 12:01 p.