Friday — Preseason ends.

Next Monday— Rosters set for opening day.

Oct. 27 — Start of 2009-10 regular season.

Jan. 5 — 10-day contracts may be signed.

Jan. 10 — Contracts guaranteed for remainder of season.

Feb. 12-15 — All-Star weekend, Dallas.

Feb. 18 — Trade deadline, 3 p.m. EST.

April 14 — Regular season ends.

April 17 — Playoffs begin.

April 25 — Early entry deadline.

May 18 — Draft lottery.

June 3 — NBA Finals begin.

June 14 — Early entry withdrawal deadline.

June 24 — NBA draft.