NBA Opening Night Set for Exciting Doubleheader

Oklahoma City, OK — The 2025-26 NBA season starts tomorrow with a much-anticipated Opening Night doubleheader on NBC and Peacock. Fans are eager to see the action as it begins with the Oklahoma City Thunder raising their championship banner before they face Kevin Durant‘s Houston Rockets at 7:30 p.m. ET.

Following the Thunder’s game, Steph Curry‘s Golden State Warriors will take on Luka Dončić and the Los Angeles Lakers at 10 p.m. ET. NBA Jersey Day encourages everyone to wear their favorite team jerseys and share photos on social media in celebration of the new season.

This season marks a significant shift for NBA viewing options, as it will feature broadcasts on NBC for the first time in more than two decades. The league is also reintroducing its partnership with Prime Video, which will showcase 66 regular-season games, including the Emirates NBA Cup quarterfinals.

Fans can expect a mix of familiar faces and new talents this season. Some of the offseason’s most talked-about players include Victor Wembanyama, who is coming off a rehab period and looking to make a strong impact, and Joel Embiid, who recently returned with a remarkable performance, showcasing his readiness for the season.

As excitement builds, predictions vary about which teams will dominate as they compete for postseason spots. Last season, the Thunder achieved the best record in the Western Conference, marking their second consecutive year leading the West. Observers are eager to see if they can extend that streak, with several teams poised to challenge them, including Houston, which is now led by Durant.

With the countdown nearly over, fans and players alike are ready to see how the season unfolds, filled with promise and the pursuit of a championship.