The Knicks and Thunder engaged in a huge trade over the offseason, and it's now time for both teams to trade baskets against each other on opening night .

The New York Knicks and the Oklahoma City Thunder engaged in a trade that sent Carmelo Anthony to the Thunder last month. Now, both teams will trade baskets with each other to see who can compile a win on opening night. This head-to-head matchup will take place at 8 p.m. ET at the Chesapeake Energy Arena. TNT (livestream) will broadcast the contest.

Even though New York traded Anthony over the offseason, it received Enes Kanter and Doug McDermott in exchange. The Knicks also acquired a 2018 second-round pick via the Bulls. New York used its No. 8 pick in this year's draft to select point guard Frank Ntilikina. Indeed, the Knicks have some solid pieces to build around, like Kristaps Porzingis and Tim Hardaway Jr. However, many fans and NBA analysts do not consider the Knicks a playoff team, but they are rebuilding their roster for the future.

Oklahoma City, on the other hand, was very active over the offseason — trading for Paul George and then Anthony. Star point guard Russell Westbrook had a phenomenal year, winning the league's MVP award after averaging a triple-double in the regular season. Now, Oklahoma City can potentially blossom into a juggernaut in the Western Conference.

New York will need a total team effort to defeat Oklahoma City. But if Westbrook, George, and Anthony can jell as a unit — the sky is the limit for Oklahoma City.

Time, TV channel, and streaming info

• Time: 8 p.m. ET
• Location: Chesapeake Energy Arena, Oklahoma City, OK
• TV: TNT
• Streaming: TNT
• Odds: Oklahoma City is favored by 12.5 points

Knicks vs. Thunder news:

• Knicks Links- 10/18/17: Kristaps Porzingis is ready to guard Carmelo Anthony

One more day, baby! Woooooooooooooooo! New York Knicks basketball is almost here; the team is getting set to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday. Carmelo Anthony will be there, but no longer playing for the orange and blue. With OKC Melo firmly ensconced at the power forward spot, which means we could be set to enjoy a healthy portion of the delectable matchup of Melo vs. his old protege, Kristaps Porzingis.

• Knicks practice notes- 10/16/17: Frank Ntilikina practices, talks about facing Russell Westbrook

Rejoice, fellow Knicks fans: Frank Ntilikina took part in full-contact practice for the first time since injuring his knee in the preseason opener against the Nets. The point guard didn’t take part in the team scrimmage, though that was due to the fact that Jeff Hornacek didn’t want Frank overdoing it following the two-week layoff.

• Thunder vs Knicks preview: OKC looks to start new ‘OKC Three’ era right vs Carmelo’s former team

The Oklahoma City Thunder are starting a new season that could be a monumental shift in the team’s trajectory. The Thunder’s Carmelo Anthony is facing his old team, the New York Knicks, and the Thunder welcome back Stache Bro 4ever, Enes Kanter. All arrows are pointing to the Thunder to come out with the win tonight because of their new big three, but a learning curve is expected

Knicks vs. Thunder prediction:

The Thunder will win the game with ease. It's that simple. Oklahoma City has too many star players for the Knicks to keep an eye on.