The great Laura Dern once insisted she saw Baby Yoda, aka the Child, aka Grogu, at an NBA game some many moons ago. She refused to explain herself – and she shouldn’t! Because I, too, have seen the little green creature while cheering on our very own Austin Spurs at the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park. Will you be so lucky at this tip-off to the Spurs 2026-27 season? There’s no guarantee of a celebrity sighting, but there will be plenty of dunks, dribbles, and drama on the court as they take on the Laketown Squadron. Plus, kiddos get free tix and – if they’re under 14 – a chance to shoot free throws on the court. The Austin Spurs Fan Fest ups the fun ante as well, with games, face-painting, food, and more. – James Scott