Aug 1, 2013; Metairie, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans players Jason Smith (14) and Ryan Anderson (33) and Anthony Davis (23) and Jrue Holiday (11) during a uniform unveiling at the team practice facility. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

The NBA has released the 2013-2014 NBA schedule. The Indiana Pacers play host to the Orlando Magic as the Pacers welcome rookie Victor Oladipo back to Indiana. Also in the Eastern Conference the two-time defending champion Miami Heat will open up the season hosting the Chicago Bulls and will welcome the return of Derek Rose from his ACL injury. In the Western Conference, the Los Angeles Lakers, with the anticipated return of Kobe Bryant , will host the Los Angeles Clippers with Doc Rivers as their new head coach. The New Orleans Pelicans will begin their 2013-2014 campaign hosting the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday, October 30.