What happened: Pregame work continued in Macao ahead of the NBA China Games 2026. Dallas faces Houston on Oct. 9 and Oct. 11, with both games listed for NBA TV.

Why it matters: The two-game set is preseason action entering the 2026-27 season. The Macao stop follows the clubs' arrival for the China Games set.

What to watch: Tipoff is Oct. 9 in Macao, with the rematch Oct. 11.