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Why There Are No NBA Games on November 3 in the United States

Why There Are No NBA Games on November 3 in the United States
World Sports · 10:42:01 - Thursday, 5 November 2026

The NBA has a long-standing policy of not scheduling games on Election Day in the United States. November 3, 2026, falls on a Tuesday, which is the federal election day for midterm elections. The league traditionally avoids holding games on this date to encourage voter participation and avoid conflicts with civic duties.

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