What happened: Houston's account marked the club's location Oct. 6 during its preseason trip. The schedule lists exhibitions against Mavericks Oct. 9 and 11, both on NBA TV.

Why it matters: The visit opens Houston's 2026-27 preseason work outside the United States. The pair offers early rotation and conditioning reps before the regular season.

What to watch: The opener tips Friday at 8 a.m. ET.