Overview

• The matchup is part of the NBA’s Global Games initiative, reflecting the league’s push to expand its presence in international markets.
• Organizers will integrate Día de Muertos–themed court designs and fan activities to coincide with local festivities.
• The Mavericks hold the No. 1 pick in the 2025 draft and are expected to select Duke’s Cooper Flagg.
• The Pistons, coming off a season capped by an Eastern Conference playoff appearance, are set to play their third game in Mexico.
• Fans worldwide will watch the game live in over 200 countries and territories through television and digital platforms.