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The second day of the regular season brings 11 NBA matchups, including the debuts of Giannis Antetokounmpo and LaMelo Ball.
Ben Lambert, for NBA.com
Updated on October 22, 2026, 1:58 AM
Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves are facing the Heat in their season opener on ESPN.
The NBA season opening week continues tonight with 11 games! Giannis Antetokounmpo and LaMelo Ball are making their debuts as the Heat host the Timberwolves (7:30 p.m. ET, ESPN), followed by a duel between superstars Stephen Curry and Luka Dončić as the Warriors meet the Lakers (10 p.m. ET, ESPN). Follow along for updates throughout the night.
What We Know About Wednesday's NBA Action
- 11 games on the slate tonight.
- The Miami Heat are hosting the Minnesota Timberwolves (7:30 p.m. ET, ESPN), marking the official debut for two of the blockbuster moves of the offseason.
- Giannis Antetokounmpo and LaMelo Ball made their respective debuts, as Anthony Edwards starts his 7th NBA season.
- Steph Curry and the Warriors open their 2026-27 campaign vs. Luka Dončić and the Lakers at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN.
9:56 p.m. ET / OCT 21
A Little Luka Magic
Never gets old. Luka hits the halfcourt shot during warmups ➡️ pushups for the @Lakers staff 😅
The Lakers open their 2026-27 season at home against the Warriors at 10pm/et on ESPN!
9:43 p.m. ET / OCT 21
'Putting on a Show for the District'
Wizards 128, Bucks 116 | FT
Anthony Davis: 34 pts, 12 reb, 4 ast | Trae Young: 20 pts, 13 ast | Tyler Herro: 24 pts, 4 3PM
The Wizards took control late to dispatch the Bucks, earning their first win of the season in front of an excited crowd at Capital One Arena. Washington posted 28 assists on 45 field goals to 11 turnovers, paced by Trae Young and Anthony Davis.
"We got the win," said Davis. "Feels good!"
"This is what Wizards' basketball looks like moving forward. Multiple ball-handlers; everyone on the floor can score," said Monumental Sports' Chris Miller. "The more you can do, the better."
9:33 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Ant with a Flamethrower
Timberwolves 96, Heat 81 | 3Q, 1:23
Anthony Edwards is making a statement in Miami to start the campaign.
ANTHONY EDWARDS IS ON FIRE FROM DEEP 🎯
36 PTS
7 3PM
Wolves lead in Q3!
9:31 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Bilal!
Wizards 124, Bucks 111 | 4Q, 1:42
Bilal Coulibaly (11 pts, 3 stl) just threw down a ridiculous tip-in slam for the Wizards, coming in from the left wing to throw it down with the right hand.
OMG BILAL
One more highlight on a celebratory night in D.C.
9:24 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Hawks-Magic Going Down to the Wire
Magic 109, Hawks 108 | 4Q, 8:07
It's been a barn-burner between these two division rivals, as Paolo Banchero (31 pts on 8-for-9 FGA, 12-for-16 FTA) exerts his will offensively. Atlanta has five scorers in double figures, led by Nickeil Alexander-Walker (20 pts) and CJ McCollum (19 pts on 7-for-9 FGA, 4 3PM). The Hawks have won the last five games over the Magic, dating back to the 2024-25 season. Can Orlando scratch one out tonight?
9:18 p.m. ET / OCT 21
It's Lit in Washington
Wizards 105, Bucks 98 | 4Q, 8:13
Julian Champagnie just crashed to the rim for a transition layup, giving the Wizards a little wiggle room late and firing up the crowd at Capital One Arena.
"It's rocking in here right now," said Monumental Sports' John Wall. Anthony Davis (30 pts, 11 reb) and Trae Young (17 pts, 11 ast, 2 stl) have it working for their new squad.
"It's just different, Chris," said Monumental Sports' Drew Gooden. "This is different."
9:13 p.m. ET / OCT 21
LaMelo Lets It Fly
Timberwolves 78, Heat 70 | 3Q, 7:46
The shifty guard out of Chino Hills is always a threat to step back and find the range. Then, Anthony Edwards shakes former Timberwolf Andrew Wiggins to knock down a 3-pointer, jawing with the crowd in this competitive matchup.
ALL OF THIS >>>>
9:04 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Brown Jr. in the Books
Hornets 62, Nets 60 | 3Q, 8:49
The No. 6 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft out of Louisville stretches to the rim for the finish to open his NBA career.
Mikel Brown Jr. scores his first NBA bucket! A nice finish through contact 😤
8:52 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Superstars Dueling on ESPN
Timberwolves 69, Heat 59 | HT
A fun battle between two of the league's best.
Ant and Giannis go back and forth 😤
Anthony Edwards: 21 PTS
Giannis Antetokounmpo: 21 PTS
Wolves lead at the break!
8:48 p.m. ET / OCT 21
A Tip-Off for Tyrese
Pelicans 41, Pacers 38 | 2Q, 8:12
Tyrese Haliburton (7 pts, 3 ast) is back to work his magic for the Indiana Pacers, showing off his skill against the Pelicans.
Sent 'em flying ✈️ A pump fake & triple for Tyrese Haliburton.
8:43 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Beware of Paolo
Hawks 81, Magic 72 | 3Q, 7:41
Paolo Banchero (23 pts on 6-for-7 FGA) is our top scorer of the evening so far, getting in his bag against the Hawks.
Paolo is 5-for-5 from the field 💯
He's got a game-high 15 PTS in the first half!
We last saw Banchero dropping 38 points in a valiant effort against the Detroit Pistons in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference First Round. The Duke product is vying to become an elite scorer in this league.
8:39 p.m. ET / OCT 21
A Tribute for Stacey King
Heartfelt and real.
"I know exactly who he was, I know what his gift could do, and I know that we were all just a little happier, a little better off, for getting to hear the song…for as long as we did."
@adamamin gives a touching tribute to his late partner, Stacey King ❤️
8:33 p.m. ET / OCT 21
The First for Peterson
Jazz 21, Grizzlies 17 | 1Q, 3:42
No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson demonstrates the deft touch with his first bucket of his NBA career.
Darryn Peterson scores his first NBA basket 👏
Jazz/Grizzlies is LIVE on NBA League Pass!
8:26 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Our Top Two Slams of the Night
Brandon Miller delivers an 84.4 on the Dunk Score scale; Onyeka Okongwu an 71.9.