NBA China Games 2026: Why Are Houston Rockets And Dallas Mavericks Playing In Macao?

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The Houston Rockets and Dallas Mavericks are in Macao for two NBA preseason games on October 9 and 11, 2026. The NBA China Games bring the teams to Asia as the league looks to strengthen its international presence, connect with basketball fans and expand its commercial reach beyond North America.

Why Are the Rockets and Mavericks Playing in Macao?

The NBA China Games are part of the league’s international strategy, taking regular-season teams overseas for preseason basketball and fan engagement. The 2026 edition marks the 16th NBA China Games, which began in 2004 and have featured 30 preseason contests.

Macao is hosting the event for the second consecutive year after the Phoenix Suns and Brooklyn Nets played there in October 2025. Both 2026 games will take place at The Venetian Arena, with the NBA and Sands China also organising fan activities, youth basketball clinics and community programmes.

Originally published by Sunday Guardian on Oct 9, 2026 Read the full article at sundayguardianlive.com

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