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This marks the first night of NBA games aired live on NBC since the 2002 NBA Finals. After 23 years away, NBC re-entered a broadcast rights deal with the NBA in July 2024, set to take effect at the beginning of the 2025-26 regular season — which is tonight.

Houston Rockets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder at 7:30 PM ET and Warriors vs. Lakers at 10 PM ET. Lineups, injuries, players, where to watch, and more.

McGrady, 46, retired from the NBA in 2013, following a magical 15-year career. Following his retirement, he hung around basketball, with stops at both ESPN and TNT as an analyst. Ahead of the upcoming season, McGrady signed on to be a key part of NBC's NBA coverage, as he will be serving as a studio analyst.

The NBA season opens Tuesday with a record 135 players born outside the U.S. They come from 43 countries, with 71 players from Europe.

From rookies to veterans, nine former Florida Gators tip off the 2025-26 NBA season, showcasing the program's growing pro legacy.