NBA China Games to conclude with Sunday broadcast

Game 2 tips off at 6 a.m. ET on NBA TV.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 2h1 min read

Game 2 of the NBA China Games: Sunday, Oct. 11, 6am/et, NBA TV Via @NBA on X

What happened: The NBA China Games will conclude with Game 2 scheduled for Sunday at 6 a.m. ET on NBA TV. The preseason series in Macao features the Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets.

Why it matters: Houston secured a victory in the opening matchup of the international series. Alperen Sengun anchored the win by recording a preseason triple-double in just 22 minutes of action.

By the numbers: Sengun tallied 16 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists while shooting 6-of-9 from the field in Game 1. Fred VanVleet contributed 17 points and five 3-pointers for Houston.

What to watch: Both teams will finalize their international trip before returning stateside to complete their exhibition schedules.

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