Tyrese Haliburton leads Pacers' opening-night win in emotional return from injury

An emotional Tyrese Haliburton made his long-awaited return from the Achilles tear he suffered in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals, as he led the Pacers to a gritty season-opening win over the Pelicans.

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Indiana Pacers vs. New Orleans Pelicans: Game Highlights

Indiana Pacers vs. New Orleans Pelicans: Game Highlights

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Siakam and Haliburton lead the Pacers past the Pelicans, 123-120

— Pascal Siakam scored 30 points, including 12 in the final quarter, Tyrese Haliburton added 23 points and 12 assists in his first regular-season game since rupturing his right Achilles tendon 16 months ago and the Indiana Pacers beat the New Orleans...

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NBA championship and MVP odds: Spurs, Thunder tied entering season; Wemby ahead of SGA

Each team's odds to win the NBA title, conference and division, plus MVP odds.

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New Orleans begins season at home against Indiana

Indiana Pacers vs. New Orleans Pelicans

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2026-27 NBA season preview: Rankings, predictions, odds

Here's everything you need to know for all 30 NBA teams for the season, including storylines, stats and predictions ahead of opening night.

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How to Watch the NBA in Australia 2026-27 | ESPN on Disney+

Watch the 2026-27 NBA season live on ESPN via Disney+. Opening week schedule in AEDT, prices, Prime Video, League Pass and every Aussie in the NBA.

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NBA betting: One bet to make on every team heading into the season

Don't go into the NBA season without knowing which bet to make for every team.

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