The long-awaited 2019-20 NBA season is finally here and the first night of action did not disappoint as the defending champion Toronto Raptors prevailed in overtime against an intriguing young New Orleans Pelicans team and the Los Angeles battle between the Lakers and Clippers was spectacular as expected with the Clippers pulling away to win 112-102.
But for Utah Jazz fans, the main event was always set for the following night as the Jazz will play their first game of the new campaign against a significantly altered Oklahoma City Thunder team. Gone are both Russell Westbrook and Paul George and in are renowned Jazz killer Chris Paul along with dynamic threats Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Danilo Gallinari.