The 2024-2025 NBA season is finally here, and fans are in for a treat right out of the gate. The first week is packed with exciting matchups that will give us an early glimpse of where teams stand. With new player pairings, high expectations, and fresh rivalries, this is the time to tune in. Here are four must-watch games
Milwaukee Bucks vs. Philadelphia 76ers (October 23, 2024)
Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard are teaming up to start off a fresh season, and what better test than facing Joel Embiid and the Sixers? After years of falling short in the playoffs, especially with their failure last year, the Bucks are hoping Lillard is the missing piece to push them over the edge.
Meanwhile, Embiid and Paul George will be looking to dominate and prove the Sixers can actually strive for a fruitful season. The battle between Giannis and Embiid in the paint will be epic, but this game could come down to whether the Sixers’ supporting cast can keep up with Milwaukee’s revamped offense.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Denver Nuggets (October 24, 2024)
The Denver Nuggets take the court against an excellent Oklahoma City Thunder team that surprised a lot of people last year, which makes them title contenders in this 2024-2025 NBA season. Nikola Jokić, coming off another MVP-winning year, leads a Nuggets team that knows what it takes to win it all. But the Thunder, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, are hungry and fearless.
They’ve got youth on their side, and this game will be a test of whether they’re ready to make a serious leap. OKC is building more and more experience, and their speed and energy could give the Nuggets A LOT of trouble. Keep an eye on this one, as it could be closer than people think.
give us a peek at what’s to come in this exciting new season. Buckle UP: NBA basketball IS BACK!
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