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Lakers 2026-27 schedule features key matchups with Luka Doncic

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 12:05 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Lakers 2026-27 schedule features key matchups with Luka Doncic

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers' 2026-27 regular schedule includes significant games highlighted by Luka Doncic, who will be entering his second season with the franchise. The season opener on October 21 marks a pivotal moment as the Lakers play without LeBron James for the first time since 2017. Other notable matchups include games against the Golden State Warriors, Spurs, and a Christmas Day clash with the Philadelphia 76ers, which will see James return to Los Angeles since leaving the team. The schedule also features a series against the Minnesota Timberwolves in December and a rematch against the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in January.

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By the Numbers

•Season opener on October 21 vs. Warriors in Los Angeles.
•First game without LeBron James since 2017.
•Significant games include December matchups vs. Timberwolves.
•Christmas Day game against 76ers marks LeBron's return to L.A.
•January 26 matchup vs. Thunder is a key measuring stick.

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12:05 AMYahoo Sports — Marquee games Lakers, Luka Doncic and fans should circle for 2026-27

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