What happened: Gary Payton is slated to appear on The Association across NBA TV and the NBA App while providing real-time insights on the NBA App alongside ESPN's broadcast of the scheduled matchup between the Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder.

Why it matters: The dual-platform programming pairs studio coverage on NBA TV with companion second-screen insights on the NBA App for a nationally televised Western Conference matchup before tipoff.

What to watch: Coverage begins with the Oklahoma City Thunder hosting the Denver Nuggets on ESPN, followed by The Association on NBA TV and the NBA App.