Lakers release 2026-27 regular-season schedule with key matchups

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Lakers release 2026-27 regular-season schedule with key matchups
Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers' schedule for the 2026-27 NBA season was announced, beginning on October 21 against the Golden State Warriors and concluding on April 11 against the Phoenix Suns. The Lakers will face 15 back-to-back games, including a notable 'Grammy trip' starting January 28 that features matchups against the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics. The early portion of the schedule appears manageable, allowing the team to build chemistry with new players. Despite losing LeBron James to the Philadelphia 76ers, the Lakers will still have 34 nationally televised games.

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  • Lakers open season on October 21 at home against the Warriors.
  • Team has 15 back-to-back games this season, one more than last year.
  • January 28 marks the start of the annual Grammy trip for the Lakers.
  • Challenging late-season five-game road trip begins on March 23.
  • Lakers will have 34 nationally televised games this season.
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  • 3:33 AMYahoo SportsBreakdown of the Lakers' 2026-27 regular-season schedule
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The Lakers' regular-season schedule for the 2026-27 NBA season was released on Thursday.

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