The Associated Press

Oct. 28 — 2014-15 regular season begins.

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

Jan. 10 — Contracts guaranteed for rest of season.

Feb. 13-15 — All-Star weekend, New York.

Feb. 19 — Trade deadline (3 p.m. EST).

April 15 — Last day of regular season.

April 18 — Playoffs begin.

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