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NBA Returns to NBC with Star-Studded Doubleheader

10/18/2025

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The NBA returns to NBC on October 21, 2025, after more than two decades, with a doubleheader featuring the Thunder vs Rockets and Lakers vs Warriors.
The Thunder's roster includes MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and Jalen Williams.
The Rockets are bolstered by Kevin Durant.
All-Star Fred VanVleet has a season-ending injury.
NBC will air up to 100 regular-season games.

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Story summary

The NBA returns to NBC on October 21, 2025, after more than two decades, with a doubleheader featuring the Thunder vs Rockets and Lakers vs Warriors.
The Thunder's roster includes MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and Jalen Williams.
The Rockets are bolstered by Kevin Durant.
All-Star Fred VanVleet has a season-ending injury.
NBC will air up to 100 regular-season games.