The team also has new leadership with Ryan Bowen taking the reigns as head coach of the gold for the 2025-26 season.
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich — The Grand Rapids Gold released their complete 2025-26 season schedule, with the Denver Nuggets’ G League affiliate set to tip off the season at home on Nov. 7. The Gold will welcome the Noblesville Boom to Van Andel Arena for a 7 p.m. ET season opener.
The upcoming season will mark the team’s fourth year calling Van Andel Arena home and their fifth season serving as the Denver Nuggets’ developmental affiliate.
The team also has new leadership with Ryan Bowen taking the reigns as head coach of the gold for the 2025-26 season. Bowen is a former NBA player who was most recently an assistant coach for the Denver Nuggets.
“This year is all about building momentum both on the court with Coach Bowen leading the way, and off the court with the energy we’re bringing to Van Andel Arena,” said Steve Jbara, President of the Grand Rapids Gold. “We’re looking forward to seeing our fans pack the arena and continue to create one of the best atmospheres in the G League.”
Grand Rapids Gold 2025-26 Home Schedule
November 2025
Friday, Nov. 7 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Noblesville BoomThursday, Nov. 13 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Iowa WolvesSaturday, Nov. 15 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Motor City CruiseSunday, Nov. 16 @ 3 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Motor City Cruise
December 2025
Thursday, Dec. 4 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Iowa WolvesTuesday, Dec. 9 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Windy City BullsThursday, Dec. 11 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Windy City BullsSaturday, Dec. 27 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Wisconsin Herd
January 2026
Saturday, Jan. 3 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Greensboro SwarmMonday, Jan. 5 @ 7:30 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Greensboro SwarmThursday, Jan. 8 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. College Park SkyhawksSaturday, Jan. 10 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. College Park SkyhawksSunday, Jan. 11 @ 3 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Wisconsin HerdSunday, Jan. 18 @ 3 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Cleveland Charge
February 2026
Saturday, Feb. 21 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Osceola MagicMonday, Feb. 23 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Osceola Magic
March 2026
Tuesday, March 3 @ 11 a.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Capital City Go-GoThursday, March 5 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Capital City Go-GoTuesday, March 10 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Mexico City CapitanesWednesday, March 11 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Birmingham SquadronSunday, March 15 @ 3 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Oklahoma City BlueTuesday, March 15 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Oklahoma City BlueFriday, March 27 @ 7 p.m. – Grand Rapids Gold vs. Birmingham Squadron
You can find the complete Grand Rapids Gold schedule here.
NBA G League Two-Part Season Structure Returns
The NBA G League will utilize its split-season format again this year, beginning with a 14-game Tip-Off Tournament before transitioning to a 36-game regular season. All 31 G League teams are guaranteed at least 50 games during the 2025-26 season.
The Tip-Off Tournament starts on Nov. 7 and will conclude at the 2025 NBA G League Winter Showcase in December. Teams are divided into four regional groups for tournament play, competing only against teams within their region during the 14-game slate.
Advancement to the Winter Showcase championship round will be determined by winning percentage, with the top team from each region joined by the next four best records regardless of regional placement. All teams will participate in a minimum of two games at the Winter Showcase.
In 2024, the Gold were an 8-seed in the tournament and made it to the semi-finals before losing to the eventual champion, Westchester Knicks.
Regular Season and Playoff Changes
Following the tournament’s conclusion, team records reset for the 36-game regular season portion, which begins during the Winter Showcase event. The regular season schedule will run through early spring.
The G League has implemented a significant change to its playoff format for 2026. For the first time, the top eight teams from each conference will qualify for the postseason, doubling the previous field of eight total teams. The expanded playoff format will culminate with the NBA G League Finals in April 2026.
Looking Ahead
The Gold organization has not yet announced details regarding promotional events, theme nights, or special giveaways for the upcoming season, saying those details will be released at a later date.
Fans can follow team updates through the Gold’s social media presence on X (@NBAGrandRapids), Instagram, and Facebook.