The NBA China Games 2026 will see the Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets play two preseason games in Macao on Oct. 9 and 11.
The NBA announced on Monday that the NBA China Games 2026 will feature the Dallas Mavericks and the Houston Rockets, who will play two preseason games at The Venetian Arena in Macao on Friday, Oct. 9, and Sunday, Oct. 11.
Beyond the games, the league will host a series of fan-focused activities, including NBA House and NBA Fan Day, youth basketball clinics, and a Community Impact Week led by NBA Cares and Sands Cares, with programming centered on health, wellness, and sustainability.
The NBA China Games 2026 are expected to reach fans in more than 200 countries and territories across television, digital platforms, and social media.
NBA Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer Mark Tatum highlighted the region's enthusiasm for the league:
"The games in Macao earlier this season showed how much passion and enthusiasm there is for the NBA among fans in China and across Asia."
"It is a tremendous honor for Sands to host the games at The Venetian Arena next fall," said Dallas Mavericks Governor and President Patrick Dumont. "I could not be prouder of having the Mavericks come to Macao and have the team experience the incredible hospitality that Sands properties provide.
"The NBA China Games 2026 will be another great opportunity to showcase the league, its world-class athletes, and the excitement it brings."
Houston Rockets Alternate Governor Patrick Fertitta noted the team's long-standing connection with Chinese fans:
"Since drafting Hall of Famer Yao Ming first overall in 2002, we have received overwhelming love from the passionate basketball fans of China and built several cherished memories playing overseas."
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