text: Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
  ### Context:
  CREATE TABLE table_name_72 (opponent VARCHAR, october VARCHAR, game VARCHAR)
  ### Question:
  Which opponent played in game 3 before October 18?
  ### Answer:
  SELECT opponent FROM table_name_72 WHERE october < 18 AND game = 3