Two of the brightest stars and multiple-time MVPs are set to go head-to-head as Stephen Curry and the (1-0) welcome Nikola Jokic and the (0-0) to Chase Center for their home opener on Thursday night.

Coverage of the NBA is going to look a little different with the start of the 2025-26 season, and finding each game may present a bit of a challenge.

They made a big splash in the offseason acquiring C Deandre Ayton, who will provide an offensive boost underneath.

Unfortunately, James, who is dealing with a sciatica issue, will miss this contest, the first opening night he's missed in his entire career.

When speaking to the media during his postgame news conference, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr praised Butler's performance against JJ Redick team. Kerr likened Butler's calming presence to that of former Warriors forward Andre Iguodala, who helped secure four championships during his tenure in the Bay Area.

Jimmy Butler wasn’t missing opening night.

“It was the reason we became a good team last year. As soon as we got him, he provides that stability, the ability to get fouled and go to the line and settle the game down,” Kerr told reporters after...

Noah Camras: Luka Doncic will make an Opening Night statement, leading both teams in scoring with 35 points. It will be the Luka show at the Crypto.com Arena.

The Denver Nuggets (0-0) take on the Golden State Warriors (1-0) at 10 p.m. ET on Thursday, October 23, 2025.

1st TIME PLAY HOU OKC 10:50 Chet Holmgren makes 7-foot two point shot (Cason Wallace assists)