AUSTIN, Texas - San Antonio Spurs fever took over downtown Austin on Friday as fans gathered to celebrate the start of the NBA regular season and rally behind the Silver and Black ahead of their I-35 Series clash against the Houston Rockets at the Moody Center.

The matchup is part of the Spurs' ongoing initiative to expand their footprint along the Interstate 35 corridor, hosting games and community gatherings across Central Texas.

Throughout the week, the franchise organized events across Austin to connect with fans, culminating in pregame festivities downtown at Scholz Garten.