What happened: Houston began on-record availability Monday as players and staff reported for the 2026-27 buildup. The club opens the regular season against Dallas on Oct. 21.
Why it matters: Houston finished 52-30 last season and enters camp with rotation roles to settle. VanVleet has backed a Smart backcourt pairing as camp opened.
By the numbers: Houston finished 52-30 last season.
What to watch: Full-squad practices follow before preseason travel. Health updates and rotation assignments lead into the Dallas tip.