Oklahoma City will raise the curtain on the 2025-26 season by hosting the Houston Rockets on Opening Night, Oct. 21, at 6:30 p.m. CT, broadcast on NBC and Peacock, complete with the traditional banner drop and ring ceremony. On Christmas, OKC welcomes the San Antonio Spurs at 1:30 p.m. CT on ABC and ESPN, headlined by Chet Holmgren and Victor Wembanyama as their ongoing rivalry takes center stage. The league released the full schedule ahead of August, with the Thunder entering the season as a top pick to defend the title. Kevin Durant’s attendance adds a nostalgic boost for Thunder fans as they chase another championship run.

Distinctive this year is the spotlight on Holmgren vs. Wembanyama in a marquee Christmas matchup, a continued narrative around two of the top young talents in the league. The Thunder will learn their complete calendar on Aug. 14, rounding out a summer of anticipation as they chase back-to-back titles. The schedule underscores the Thunder’s high expectations and the league’s marketing pull around Opening Night and Christmas showcase games.