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Thunder host Pelicans for NBA preseason opener in Tulsa tonight

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Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Thunder host Pelicans for NBA preseason opener in Tulsa tonight
Summary

The Oklahoma City Thunder will face the New Orleans Pelicans in their NBA preseason opener tonight at 7 p.m. CT in Tulsa. The Thunder will be short-handed, resting several key players including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and Chet Holmgren. This marks the first of five preseason games for Oklahoma City. The Pelicans, looking to capitalize on the Thunder's depleted roster, are expected to field a full squad. The Thunder are incorporating new rookies into their lineup as they prepare for the regular season.

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  • •Game starts at 7 p.m. CT at BOK Center, Tulsa
  • •Thunder resting key players against Pelicans
  • •This is the first of five preseason games for the Thunder
  • •Projected starters include Ajay Mitchell and Jared McCain for OKC
  • •Pelicans to feature starters like Zion Williamson and Dejounte Murray
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