There are plenty of options for fans to catch the start of the new season, including the return of the NBA on NBC - the first time since 2002.

Postgame editions will be open-ended on ESPN while ABC will run a half-hour and then continue on the ESPN app. The program will air on 20 dates during the regular season and throughout the NBA Playoffs, including the Eastern Conference Finals and the NBA Finals.

The Rockets look to push their winning streak to four games against a Mavericks squad minus a pair of big men.

While NBA Cup games broadcast on TV across NBC and ESPN, the in-season tournament can also be streamed on web-based streaming cable services — like DirecTV, Fubo and Hulu + Live TV — some of which even offer free trials. Games are also streamable on Prime Video and Peacock.

The Rockets are back at home following a two-game road stint as the team prepares to face off against the Dallas Mavericks this evening. Houston is riding a three-game win streak coming into this contest,

Tonight, the Dallas Mavericks face the Houston Rockets. Dallas grapples with injuries; Houston is in top form. Don't miss out as Donnie and Joe preview!