Opening Night Starting 5: Oct. 22 - Who's Taking the Court?
The NBA season is just around the corner, and fans are buzzing with anticipation for the highly anticipated Opening Night on October 22nd. This year's season promises to be a thrill ride, with star-studded lineups, exciting young talent, and a battle for the championship crown.
As the curtains rise on the new season, let's take a look at who will be gracing the court for each team on Opening Night.
Eastern Conference:
Atlanta Hawks:
- Trae Young
- De'Andre Hunter
- John Collins
- Clint Capela
- Bogdan Bogdanovic
Boston Celtics:
- Jayson Tatum
- Jaylen Brown
- Marcus Smart
- Al Horford
- Robert Williams III
Brooklyn Nets:
- Kevin Durant
- Kyrie Irving
- Ben Simmons
- Nic Claxton
- Royce O'Neale
Charlotte Hornets:
- LaMelo Ball
- Miles Bridges
- Gordon Hayward
- P.J. Washington
- Mason Plumlee
Chicago Bulls:
- Zach LaVine
- DeMar DeRozan
- Nikola Vucevic
- Patrick Williams
- Alex Caruso
Cleveland Cavaliers:
- Darius Garland
- Donovan Mitchell
- Jarrett Allen
- Evan Mobley
- Isaac Okoro
Detroit Pistons:
- Cade Cunningham
- Bojan Bogdanovic
- Isaiah Stewart
- Jaden Ivey
- Marvin Bagley III
Indiana Pacers:
- Tyrese Haliburton
- Bennedict Mathurin
- Myles Turner
- Buddy Hield
- Jalen Smith
Miami Heat:
- Jimmy Butler
- Bam Adebayo
- Kyle Lowry
- Tyler Herro
- P.J. Tucker
Milwaukee Bucks:
- Giannis Antetokounmpo
- Khris Middleton
- Jrue Holiday
- Brook Lopez
- Bobby Portis
New York Knicks:
- Jalen Brunson
- RJ Barrett
- Julius Randle
- Mitchell Robinson
- Quentin Grimes
Orlando Magic:
- Paolo Banchero
- Franz Wagner
- Wendell Carter Jr.
- Markelle Fultz
- Gary Harris
Philadelphia 76ers:
- Joel Embiid
- James Harden
- Tyrese Maxey
- Tobias Harris
- De'Anthony Melton
Toronto Raptors:
- Scottie Barnes
- Pascal Siakam
- OG Anunoby
- Fred VanVleet
- Precious Achiuwa
Washington Wizards:
- Bradley Beal
- Kristaps Porzingis
- Kyle Kuzma
- Monte Morris
- Daniel Gafford
Western Conference:
Dallas Mavericks:
- Luka Doncic
- Kyrie Irving
- Tim Hardaway Jr.
- Maxi Kleber
- Christian Wood
Denver Nuggets:
- Nikola Jokic
- Jamal Murray
- Michael Porter Jr.
- Aaron Gordon
- Bruce Brown
Golden State Warriors:
- Stephen Curry
- Klay Thompson
- Draymond Green
- Andrew Wiggins
- Jordan Poole
Houston Rockets:
- Jalen Green
- Kevin Porter Jr.
- Alperen Sengun
- Jabari Smith Jr.
- Eric Gordon
Los Angeles Clippers:
- Kawhi Leonard
- Paul George
- John Wall
- Marcus Morris Sr.
- Ivica Zubac
Los Angeles Lakers:
- LeBron James
- Anthony Davis
- Russell Westbrook
- Dennis Schröder
- Lonnie Walker IV
Memphis Grizzlies:
- Ja Morant
- Jaren Jackson Jr.
- Desmond Bane
- Dillon Brooks
- Steven Adams
Minnesota Timberwolves:
- Karl-Anthony Towns
- Anthony Edwards
- Rudy Gobert
- Jaden McDaniels
- D'Angelo Russell
New Orleans Pelicans:
- Zion Williamson
- Brandon Ingram
- CJ McCollum
- Herbert Jones
- Jonas Valanciunas
Oklahoma City Thunder:
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
- Lu Dort
- Josh Giddey
- Jeremiah Robinson-Earl
- Chet Holmgren
Phoenix Suns:
- Kevin Durant
- Devin Booker
- Chris Paul
- Deandre Ayton
- Mikal Bridges
Portland Trail Blazers:
- Damian Lillard
- Anfernee Simons
- Jerami Grant
- Jusuf Nurkic
- Gary Payton II
Sacramento Kings:
- De'Aaron Fox
- Domantas Sabonis
- Harrison Barnes
- Keegan Murray
- Davion Mitchell
San Antonio Spurs:
- Keldon Johnson
- Jeremy Sochan
- Devin Vassell
- Zach Collins
- Jakob Poeltl
Utah Jazz:
- Lauri Markkanen
- Jordan Clarkson
- Collin Sexton
- Walker Kessler
- Talen Horton-Tucker
This opening night lineup is subject to change depending on player availability and team strategy. However, it provides a sneak peek into the exciting talent and competition that awaits in the upcoming season.
Get ready for a season full of unforgettable moments, thrilling plays, and fierce competition!