By Observer Sports Friday's Charlotte Bobcats and NBA links: Tyson Chandler's recovery ahead of schedule / Charlotte Observer Bobcats day game could snarl traffic / Charlotte Observer Bobcats to close out productive preseason / Gaston Gazette Rookie Curry steps into Warriors maelstrom /...

The preseason opens at home Oct. 6 against the Charlotte Bobcats, followed by a game hosted by Charlotte on Oct. 10. The Cavs play at home Oct. 14 versus ... NBA: Cavaliers' exhibition schedule includes game at Ohio StateColumbus Dispatch

The National Basketball Association announced the 2009-10 regular-season schedule today and the Charlotte Bobcats will open the season on Wednesday, ... Tip-Off Timer: Are 82 Games Too Many?FanHouse all 2 news articles »

No horsing around: Bobcats get friendlier schedule Emeka Okafor, who was traded to New Orleans last week, will make his only appearance with the Hornets on Feb. 6. LeBron James and Cleveland visit Charlotte ... New owner for new season?Charlotte Business Journal

Celtics open regular season Oct. 27 against Cavs then return home the following night for their home opener against the Charlotte Bobcats. The NBA schedule released Tuesday also has the Celtics playing ... Brown back for camp an NBA champPioneer Press Online