However, the Thunder made an unfortunate announcement regarding Caruso’s status just one day after. The team released a statement detailing Caruso suffered a concussion during the game and would be placed under concussion protocol.

Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant spoke to the media after the loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder about his latest return.

The NBA season-opening game tips off with the Oklahoma City Thunder hosting the Houston Rockets Tuesday. NBA season schedule, start time and where to watch.

Thunder forward Chet Holmgren flexed his championship ring during postgame media availability. After beating the Rockets to open the season, Holmgren took a moment to reflect on the emotional pregame ceremony, which put a bow on a special chapter of the franchise's history.

The 2025 NBA season opens Tuesday with a tip-off between Houston Rockets and current NBA champions Oklahoma City Thunder.

Alperen Sengun was brilliant with 39 points, 11 rebounds, 7 assists, and five 3-pointers, but Houston had too many mistakes in a close loss at OKC.

The defending NBA champion Thunder take on one of their biggest adversaries in the Western Conference, as Oklahoma City will raise a banner before facing Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets on opening night. Follow along below for live updates and analysis from before the opening tip through the final whistle.