UPDATE: The 2025-26 NBA season has officially tipped off! Live action is heating up as the Oklahoma City Thunder take on the Houston Rockets at 7:30 p.m. ET (NBC, Peacock). This season, the defending champions aim to start strong against Kevin Durant and his new team.
As we move into prime time, the spotlight shifts to the Golden State Warriors battling the Los Angeles Lakers at 10 p.m. ET. Fans are eagerly anticipating Luka Doncic’s debut for the Lakers, even as the team navigates the challenge of playing without LeBron James, who is sidelined for 3-4 weeks due to sciatica.
This opening night marks the start of the NBA’s 80th season, a moment that fans and players alike have been waiting for. With excitement in the air, key highlights are set to unfold as both games progress.
Stay tuned for live updates, as our ESPN insiders provide postgame takeaways and critical analysis of tonight’s matchups. What happens on the court could set the tone for the rest of the season—don’t miss a moment!
