The Toronto Raptors kept their core intact over the summer and plan to make another run at an Eastern Conference crown behind DeMar DeRozan and Kyle Lowry. The Chicago Bulls, who visit the Raptors in the season opener on Thursday, have an entirely new look after waving goodbye to veterans Jimmy Butler, Rajon Rondo and Dwyane Wade.

Carmelo Anthony won't have to wait long to get a crack at his old team as the Oklahoma City Thunder host the New York Knicks in the season opener for both clubs on Thursday. The Thunder made arguably the biggest splashes of the offseason by bringing in All-Stars Anthony and Paul George to pair with reigning NBA MVP Russell Westbrook.

The Los Angeles Lakers have a new front office led by Hall of Famer Magic Johnson and a new roster that includes No. 2 overall draft pick Lonzo Ball. The Los Angeles Clippers, who will serve as the visitors in the arena shared by both teams in their season opener on Thursday, have a new look as well after waving goodbye to point guard Chris Paul over the summer.