NBA took a new step to expand its boundary (Image via NBA) The Dallas Mavericks and the Houston Rockets will play preseason games at The Venetian Arena in Macao on Friday, October 9, and Sunday, October 11, as part of the NBA China Games 2026, the National Basketball Association (NBA) and Sands China Ltd. (Sands) announced today.The NBA and Sands are organizing a number of basketball-related events in addition to the games. Youth basketball clinics, NBA House and NBA Fan Day, and a Community Impact Week organized by NBA Cares and Sands Cares with social impact programming centered on sustainability, wellbeing, and health are among them.
NBA China Games 2026 to go global with fan events, community programs, and worldwide broadcast reach
Through social media, digital media, and television, fans in over 200 nations and territories will be able to watch the NBA China Games in 2026. A number of marketing partners, including Amazon Web Services, Gatorade, Nike, and Tissot, will support the games and related activities.Apart from the two games, the NBA and Sands will organize interactive fan activities such as NBA House and NBA Fan Day, youth basketball clinics, and a Community Impact Week with social impact programming centered around sustainability, wellness, and health, which will be organized by Sands Cares and NBA Cares.At a later time, details on the fan, youth, and community activities as well as ticket sales will be released. Mark Tatum, Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Commissioner of the NBA:“The games in Macao earlier this season showed how much passion and enthusiasm there is for the NBA among fans in China and across Asia. We look forward to welcoming the Mavericks and Rockets to Macao and to once again engaging fans, aspiring players and the local community through the games and surrounding events.”Sands China Ltd. President and Chief Executive Officer Grant Chum:“Riding on the outstanding success of The NBA China Games 2025 last October, I am excited about the program we are planning for The NBA China Games 2026 showcasing the Dallas Mavericks and the Houston Rockets. We are confident and ready to welcome the teams, players, legends and fans from around the world to Macao for another amazing NBA week filled with unforgettable experiences of sports, entertainment and community.”According to the statement, fans in over 200 nations and territories will be able to watch the games between the Southwest Division rivals via social media, digital media, and television. Amazon Web Services, Gatorade, Nike, and Tissot are among the event’s marketing partners.
NBA China Games 2026 underline league’s global reach as Mavericks and Rockets embrace international spotlight
It’s another fantastic chance to highlight the NBA, its elite players, and the thrill it offers will be the 2026 China Games. The NBA’s ability to engage fans and provide thrilling experiences worldwide was shown by the success of the 2025 NBA China Games.Dallas Mavericks Governor and President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Patrick Dumont:“It is a tremendous honor for Sands to host the games at The Venetian Arena next fall. I could not be prouder of having the Mavericks come to Macao and have the team experience the incredible hospitality that Sands properties provide.”Houston Rockets Alternate Governor Patrick Fertitta:“The Houston Rockets are an iconic brand with support around the globe, and we are honored to be selected alongside the Dallas Mavericks to bring a Texas-sized matchup to Macao as part of The NBA China Games 2026… We are excited to have another opportunity to represent the NBA abroad and showcase our team in front of the fans in Macao next preseason.”Since their initial meeting in the NBA’s inaugural preseason game in Mexico City in 1992, both organizations have regularly taken part in the league’s international endeavors. Due to their history of having international talent on their rosters, they have large global fan bases.Also read: NBA update: Anthony Davis to Dallas Mavericks? Trade buzz heats up as Mavs test the market while Golden State Warriors and Atlanta Hawks weigh risky options