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– The NBA China Games 2026 Presented By Taobao 88VIP Will Feature the Mavericks and Rockets Playing Preseason Games on Oct. 9 and 11 at The Venetian Arena –
MACAU, Jan. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Sands China Ltd. (Sands) today announced that The NBA China Games 2026 presented by Taobao 88VIP will feature the Dallas Mavericks and the Houston Rockets playing preseason games on Friday, Oct. 9 and Sunday, Oct. 11 at The Venetian Arena in Macao.
In addition to the two games, the NBA and Sands will host interactive fan events including NBA House and NBA Fan Day presented by Alibaba Cloud, youth basketball clinics, and a Community Impact Week hosted by NBA Cares and Sands Cares featuring social impact programming focused on health, wellness and sustainability.
The NBA China Games 2026 will reach fans in more than 200 countries and territories on television, digital media and social media. In addition to Presenting Partner Taobao 88VIP, the games and surrounding events will be supported by a roster of marketing partners, including Alibaba Cloud, Ant International, Amazon Web Services, Gatorade, Mengniu Group, Nike, and Tissot. Sands China, the Official Integrated Resort Partner of NBA China, serves as the Official Promoter of the games.
Information about ticket sales and the fan, youth and community events will be announced at a later date.
Executive Quotes:
NBA Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer Mark Tatum:
"The games in Macao earlier this season showed how much passion and enthusiasm there is for the NBA among fans in China and across Asia. We look forward to welcoming the Mavericks and Rockets to Macao and to once again engaging fans, aspiring players and the local community through the games and surrounding events."
Sands China Ltd. President and Chief Executive Officer Grant Chum:
"Riding on the outstanding success of The NBA China Games 2025 last October, I am excited about the programme we are planning for The NBA China Games 2026 showcasing the Dallas Mavericks and the Houston Rockets. We are confident and ready to welcome the teams, players, legends and fans from around the world to Macao for another amazing NBA week filled with unforgettable experiences of sports, entertainment and community."
Dallas Mavericks Governor and President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp Patrick Dumont:
"It is a tremendous honor for Sands to host the games at The Venetian Arena next fall. I could not be prouder of having the Mavericks come to Macao and have the team experience the incredible hospitality that Sands properties provide. The success of The NBA China Games 2025 demonstrated the strength of the NBA in creating fan engagement and exciting experiences around the globe. The NBA China Games 2026 will be another great opportunity to showcase the league, its world-class athletes and the excitement it brings. I want to thank Commissioner Adam Silver and Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum for their leadership and the Houston Rockets organization for their strong support of The NBA China Games 2026."
Houston Rockets Alternate Governor Patrick Fertitta:
"The Houston Rockets are an iconic brand with support around the globe, and we are honored to be selected alongside the Dallas Mavericks to bring a Texas-sized matchup to Macao as part of The NBA China Games 2026. Since drafting Hall of Famer Yao Ming first overall in 2002, we have received overwhelming love from the passionate basketball fans of China and built several cherished memories playing overseas. We are excited to have another opportunity to represent the NBA abroad and showcase our team in front of the fans in Macao next preseason."
– The NBA China Games 2026 Presented By Taobao 88VIP Will Feature the Mavericks and Rockets Playing Preseason Games on Oct. 9 and 11 at The Venetian Arena –
MACAU, Jan. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Sands China Ltd. (Sands) today announced that The NBA China Games 2026 presented by Taobao 88VIP will feature the Dallas Mavericks and the Houston Rockets playing preseason games on Friday, Oct. 9 and Sunday, Oct. 11 at The Venetian Arena in Macao.
In addition to the two games, the NBA and Sands will host interactive fan events including NBA House and NBA Fan Day presented by Alibaba Cloud, youth basketball clinics, and a Community Impact Week hosted by NBA Cares and Sands Cares featuring social impact programming focused on health, wellness and sustainability.
The NBA China Games 2026 will reach fans in more than 200 countries and territories on television, digital media and social media. In addition to Presenting Partner Taobao 88VIP, the games and surrounding events will be supported by a roster of marketing partners, including Alibaba Cloud, Ant International, Amazon Web Services, Gatorade, Mengniu Group, Nike, and Tissot. Sands China, the Official Integrated Resort Partner of NBA China, serves as the Official Promoter of the games.
Information about ticket sales and the fan, youth and community events will be announced at a later date.
Executive Quotes:
NBA Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer Mark Tatum:
"The games in Macao earlier this season showed how much passion and enthusiasm there is for the NBA among fans in China and across Asia. We look forward to welcoming the Mavericks and Rockets to Macao and to once again engaging fans, aspiring players and the local community through the games and surrounding events."
Sands China Ltd. President and Chief Executive Officer Grant Chum:
"Riding on the outstanding success of The NBA China Games 2025 last October, I am excited about the programme we are planning for The NBA China Games 2026 showcasing the Dallas Mavericks and the Houston Rockets. We are confident and ready to welcome the teams, players, legends and fans from around the world to Macao for another amazing NBA week filled with unforgettable experiences of sports, entertainment and community."
Dallas Mavericks Governor and President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp Patrick Dumont:
"It is a tremendous honor for Sands to host the games at The Venetian Arena next fall. I could not be prouder of having the Mavericks come to Macao and have the team experience the incredible hospitality that Sands properties provide. The success of The NBA China Games 2025 demonstrated the strength of the NBA in creating fan engagement and exciting experiences around the globe. The NBA China Games 2026 will be another great opportunity to showcase the league, its world-class athletes and the excitement it brings. I want to thank Commissioner Adam Silver and Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum for their leadership and the Houston Rockets organization for their strong support of The NBA China Games 2026."
Houston Rockets Alternate Governor Patrick Fertitta:
"The Houston Rockets are an iconic brand with support around the globe, and we are honored to be selected alongside the Dallas Mavericks to bring a Texas-sized matchup to Macao as part of The NBA China Games 2026. Since drafting Hall of Famer Yao Ming first overall in 2002, we have received overwhelming love from the passionate basketball fans of China and built several cherished memories playing overseas. We are excited to have another opportunity to represent the NBA abroad and showcase our team in front of the fans in Macao next preseason."
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DALLAS MAVERICKS AND HOUSTON ROCKETS TO PLAY TWO PRESEASON GAMES IN MACAO IN OCTOBER
DALLAS MAVERICKS AND HOUSTON ROCKETS TO PLAY TWO PRESEASON GAMES IN MACAO IN OCTOBER
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SINGAPORE, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Citibank Singapore and Porsche Singapore have announced a new partnership designed to offer exclusive benefits to the bank's high-net-worth clients in Singapore. The collaboration marks a significant milestone as Citi becomes Porsche Singapore's first banking partner to offer experiential Porsche moments, bringing together two iconic brands known for their commitment to quality, innovation, and a premium client experience.
The partnership will provide Citibank Singapore's Citigold Private Client customers with exclusive Porsche experiences to celebrate their birthdays:
- A Full-Day Porsche Experience: Clients can enjoy a one-day unsupervised test drive in a Porsche model of their choice. The experience is enhanced with Porsche's signature delivery service, including a full vehicle handover and orientation in Porsche's exclusive delivery bays.
- An Extended Accompanied Test Drive: This curated experience begins with a light breakfast at Porsche Studio Singapore, featuring treats from Café Carrera. Following this, clients will embark on a guided 60 to 90-minute test drive accompanied by a Porsche product specialist.
"We are thrilled to partner with Porsche, a brand that deeply resonates with our clients' aspirations," said Yeo Wenxian, Head of Wealth for Asia South at Citi and CEO of Citibank Singapore. "At Citi, we are privileged to serve some of the most successful individuals and families in Asia, whose definition of wealth is increasingly defined by the richness of life's experiences, not just financial returns. Porsche's legacy of performance and innovation mirrors our own commitment to providing exceptional financial guidance and opportunities. Through this partnership, we move beyond the expected to create something truly distinctive, curating a suite of exclusive privileges and experiences to help our clients build a legacy of moments that matter and creating lasting memories with those they love."
"This partnership with Citibank reflects our shared commitment to delivering meaningful, experience-led engagements for a new generation of discerning clients," said Andre Brand, General Manager of Porsche Singapore. "At Porsche, we believe the essence of our brand is best understood from behind the wheel, and together with Citi, we are excited to introduce highly personal opportunities for Citigold Private Client customers to connect with our sports cars in an authentic and memorable way. This is a natural partnership built on a mutual focus on performance, precision, trust and exceptional quality at every touchpoint."
About Citi
Citi is a preeminent banking partner for institutions with cross-border needs, a global leader in wealth management and a valued personal bank in its home market of the United States. Citi does business in more than 180 countries and jurisdictions, providing corporations, governments, investors, institutions and individuals with a broad range of financial products and services.
Additional information may be found at www.citigroup.com | X: @Citi | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/citi | YouTube: www.youtube.com/citi | Facebook: www.facebook.com/citi
SINGAPORE, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Citibank Singapore and Porsche Singapore have announced a new partnership designed to offer exclusive benefits to the bank's high-net-worth clients in Singapore. The collaboration marks a significant milestone as Citi becomes Porsche Singapore's first banking partner to offer experiential Porsche moments, bringing together two iconic brands known for their commitment to quality, innovation, and a premium client experience.
The partnership will provide Citibank Singapore's Citigold Private Client customers with exclusive Porsche experiences to celebrate their birthdays:
- A Full-Day Porsche Experience: Clients can enjoy a one-day unsupervised test drive in a Porsche model of their choice. The experience is enhanced with Porsche's signature delivery service, including a full vehicle handover and orientation in Porsche's exclusive delivery bays.
- An Extended Accompanied Test Drive: This curated experience begins with a light breakfast at Porsche Studio Singapore, featuring treats from Café Carrera. Following this, clients will embark on a guided 60 to 90-minute test drive accompanied by a Porsche product specialist.
"We are thrilled to partner with Porsche, a brand that deeply resonates with our clients' aspirations," said Yeo Wenxian, Head of Wealth for Asia South at Citi and CEO of Citibank Singapore. "At Citi, we are privileged to serve some of the most successful individuals and families in Asia, whose definition of wealth is increasingly defined by the richness of life's experiences, not just financial returns. Porsche's legacy of performance and innovation mirrors our own commitment to providing exceptional financial guidance and opportunities. Through this partnership, we move beyond the expected to create something truly distinctive, curating a suite of exclusive privileges and experiences to help our clients build a legacy of moments that matter and creating lasting memories with those they love."
"This partnership with Citibank reflects our shared commitment to delivering meaningful, experience-led engagements for a new generation of discerning clients," said Andre Brand, General Manager of Porsche Singapore. "At Porsche, we believe the essence of our brand is best understood from behind the wheel, and together with Citi, we are excited to introduce highly personal opportunities for Citigold Private Client customers to connect with our sports cars in an authentic and memorable way. This is a natural partnership built on a mutual focus on performance, precision, trust and exceptional quality at every touchpoint."
About Citi
Citi is a preeminent banking partner for institutions with cross-border needs, a global leader in wealth management and a valued personal bank in its home market of the United States. Citi does business in more than 180 countries and jurisdictions, providing corporations, governments, investors, institutions and individuals with a broad range of financial products and services.
Additional information may be found at www.citigroup.com | X: @Citi | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/citi | YouTube: www.youtube.com/citi | Facebook: www.facebook.com/citi
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Citi and Porsche Unveil Exclusive Partnership for High-Net-Worth Clients in Singapore
