Best NBA games on Friday, October 9, 2026

Friday, October 9, 2026 · 2 games · times ET

Updated Tue, Nov 10, 10:49 AM EST

The slate

HoustonRockets1-0135
DallasMavericks0-1117
Final · NBA TV
Two West contenders open the season under the national lights as the Rockets visit Dallas.
MemphisGrizzlies2-1104
ChicagoBulls1-1100
Final · NBA TV
Grizzlies at Bulls under the national lights to kick off clean slates for both.

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