The 2026 NBA season is set to begin on October 20, featuring two major Eastern Conference showdowns and a fresh rivalry brewing in the Western Conference.
Here are the latest betting odds for opening night from DraftKings Sportsbook as of August 11.
2026 NBA Opening Night Odds
Celtics at Pistons
- Spread: Pistons -2.5
- Moneyline: Pistons -125, Celtics +105
- Over/Under: 225.5
Key note: The status of Jalen Duren remains uncertain. After a disappointing playoff performance and ongoing contract issues, it’s unclear if the Pistons’ second-best player will be available when the season starts.
76ers at Knicks
- Spread: Knicks -4.5
- Moneyline: Knicks -162, 76ers +136
- Over/Under: 229.5
Key note: LeBron James, “The King,” faces off against the reigning champions—or he might already be a New York player by then. This game pits the NBA’s reigning best team against what many expect to be the upcoming powerhouse.
Thunder at Spurs
- Spread: Spurs -2.5
- Moneyline: Spurs -125, Thunder +105
- Over/Under: 229.5
Key note: This matchup has quickly become one of the NBA’s most intense rivalries. The Thunder captured their first title in the 2024-25 season and were favorites throughout 2025-26, but the Spurs upset them in a dramatic seven-game Western Conference Finals. Now, they open the new season with the Thunder surprisingly positioned as underdogs in San Antonio.
Fan Take: The opening night matchups not only signal the dawn of a new NBA season but also highlight storylines that could define the league’s future, including star player movements and emerging rivalries. For basketball enthusiasts, these games offer a thrilling preview of competition that will keep fans engaged all year long.
Source: www.foxsports.com
