Updated, 10:17 a.m.

Good morning on this crisp Tuesday.

The Brooklyn Nets and the New York Knicks are gearing up for the start of their season this week, but they’re not the only ones.

Olivier Sedra is also warming up — his voice.

Mr. Sedra, a longtime announcer for the N.B.A., is beginning a new gig with the Brooklyn Nets

He’s the guy you’ll see sitting at center court, whose booming voice excites fans as he describes the action in real time. He says things like: “All right, Brooklyn! Time to give a home-court welcome to your home team, your Brooklyn Nets!”