One of the features that makes the NBA Cup different from the rest of the regular season is the alternative court they use. The Thunder unveiled the 2025 NBA Cup court that they will use against the Timberwolves and Suns. Here's what it looks like:

Thursday's NBA action tips off with the Indiana Pacers hosting the Oklahoma City Thunder. NBA season schedule, start time and where to watch.

Former second-round pick Ajay Mitchell has performed well to start the season for Oklahoma City after being selected in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft.

The Oklahoma City Thunder received their NBA championship rings before their season opener against the Houston Rockets.

The Thunder celebrated their 2024-25 NBA championship and raised their first title banner since the organization moved to Oklahoma City.

Despite roster continuity from last year's championship team, the Thunder have gotten even stronger to begin the 2025-26 season.

Many of the players put the rings on their fingers. Reigning NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the final player to receive his ring, put his ring on his right index finger. One hundred diamonds set in 14-karat gold adorn the top of the ring, along with the words “NBA CHAMPIONS” and the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy.

The Indiana Pacers start their season by hosting the Oklahoma City Thunder, who beat them in the 2025 NBA Finals: Scores, live updates, highlights.