Good Morning. Where the game goes, attention follows. The NBA will return to Macau this October, with the Houston Rockets and Dallas Mavericks set to play two pre-season games at the Venetian Arena. Beyond the basketball itself, the visit shows how Macau operator Sands China continues to use major international events to broaden its entertainment offering. It is another example of the city’s appeal to global sports and entertainment brands. Meanwhile, in Australia, gaming remains a key source of public revenue, with New South Wales reporting steady growth in club and hotel gaming machine profits, even as authorities consider tighter regulatory controls.
What you need to know
- Macau will host Rockets–Mavericks NBA preseason games this October as part of the league’s Asia outreach and Sands China partnership.
- New South Wales clubs and hotels generated nearly $3.28 billion in net gaming machine profits in the third quarter of 2025.
On the radar
- South Korea’s Paradise Co. casino sales up 9.9% to $624M in 2025.
- GKL sees 2025 casino sales grow 8% despite a softer December.
- Singapore Changi Airport handles about 70M passengers in record 2025.
- HKJC sees near 20% jump in World Pool turnover on overseas races.
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Macau to stage NBA Rockets–Mavericks preseason games in October
The NBA will stage two pre-season games between the Houston Rockets and Dallas Mavericks in Macau this October, continuing a five-year partnership with Sands China. Beyond basketball, the event supports Macau’s broader push to diversify into non-gaming entertainment, with week-long fan activities, youth programmes, and community initiatives aimed at strengthening the city’s profile as an international sports and events hub.
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