The 2025-26 NBA season promises to be one of the most exciting yet, with a packed schedule featuring star-studded matchups, intense rivalries, and must-watch games. Here’s a breakdown of the key highlights:

Opening Night Highlights

• Houston Rockets at Oklahoma City Thunder: Kevin Durant returns to Oklahoma City as a Rocket, facing the defending champions in a clash of titans.
• Golden State Warriors at Los Angeles Lakers: LeBron James and Stephen Curry renew their legendary rivalry in a high-stakes opener.

Must-See Reunions

• Houston Rockets at Phoenix Suns: Durant faces his former team, the Suns, in a game filled with emotional intensity.
• Milwaukee Bucks at Indiana Pacers: Myles Turner returns to Indiana, adding fuel to a growing rivalry.

Rivalry Rematches

• Oklahoma City Thunder at Indiana Pacers: A Finals rematch without Tyrese Haliburton, but still packed with drama.
• Minnesota Timberwolves at Oklahoma City Thunder: A Western Conference finals rematch as the Timberwolves aim to prove their mettle.

Christmas Day Showdowns

• Cleveland Cavaliers at New York Knicks: A battle of Eastern Conference heavyweights.
• San Antonio Spurs at Oklahoma City Thunder: Victor Wembanyama faces the reigning MVP, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
• Dallas Mavericks at Golden State Warriors: Klay Thompson faces his former team in a highly anticipated matchup.

Superstar and Rookie Showdowns

• Oklahoma City Thunder at Denver Nuggets: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander vs. Nikola Jokic in an MVP duel.
• Los Angeles Lakers at Dallas Mavericks: Cooper Flagg and Luka Doncic share the court for the first time.

Schedule for All 30 Teams

Explore the full schedule for every team, including key dates and matchups that will shape the season.

Atlantic: BOS | BKN | NYK | PHI | TOR Central: CHI | CLE | DET | IND | MIL Southeast: ATL | CHA | MIA | ORL | WAS Pacific: GS | LAC | LAL | PHX | SAC Southwest: DAL | HOU | MEM | NO | SA Northwest: DEN | MIN | OKC | POR | UTAH