If even more evidence is needed to confirm how close the NBA season is, look no further than the New Orleans Pelicans announcing their upcoming regular season schedule.
Much to the chagrin of Pelicans fans, the team opens up on the road against the Houston Rockets on October 17th at the Toyota Center in Houston. If you recall, the Pelicans only play 1 home in the preseason. The Pelicans home opener will be two nights later when they host the Sacramento Kings.
Including the opener against the Rockets, the Pelicans will be featured in 13 nationally televised games.