Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made two free throws with 2.3 seconds left in 2 OTs as the Thunder opened its NBA title defense with a 125-124 win against the Rockets.

From Matchday 3 in the UEFA Champions League to managerial moves and World Series preparation in MLB, headlines are aplenty away from the hardwood. But the double-overtime classic featuring the reigning NBA champions stole the show last night, and we can't possibly start anywhere else but there.

The Thunder Wire exclusively talked to Carlesimo before the Opening Night festivities. He discussed the job Sam Presti has done to build up a second championship contender, along with what he thinks of Kevin Durant's presence and notorious relationship with the OKC fanbase.

Do the Rockets make a move for a point guard? Which former Celtic will have the biggest impact on his new team? Questions: We've got 'em!

From Matchday 3 in the UEFA Champions League to managerial moves and World Series preparation in MLB, headlines are aplenty away from the hardwood. But the double-overtime classic featuring the reigning NBA champions stole the show last night, and we can't possibly start anywhere else but there.

Rockets' starting lineup vs. Thunder has one rival as tallest starters in NBA history originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Houston Rockets are set to start one of the tallest starting lineups in NBA history on Tuesday night against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Por TIM REYNOLDSLos campeones defensores de la NBA no se ven a sí mismos de esa manera. La 80ª temporada de la NBA comienza la noche del martes en Oklahoma City, donde el Thunder

The 2025-26 National Basketball Association (NBA) regular season is upon us, with Opening Night set for Tuesday night. The Houston Rockets and NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder meet at Paycom Center,