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Suns face Lakers for first time in 2026-27 season on Nov. 15

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 4:43 PM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Suns face Lakers for first time in 2026-27 season on Nov. 15

Summary

The Phoenix Suns will play the Los Angeles Lakers on November 15, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, marking their first matchup of the 2026-27 NBA regular season. Last season, the Suns finished with a 3-2 record against the Lakers. The rivalry will take on new dynamics as LeBron James is no longer part of the Lakers, having signed with the Philadelphia 76ers. The league is set to release the full regular season schedule on August 13, 2026. The Suns have four games scheduled against the Lakers this season, as both teams are in the Pacific Division.

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Status Watch

•Suns and Lakers first meet on November 15, 2026.
•Game takes place at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
•Suns went 3-2 against the Lakers last season.
•LeBron James signed a two-year deal with the 76ers.
•Full NBA schedule to be released on August 13, 2026.

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What they're saying

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The Phoenix Suns' 2026-27 schedule continues to take shape as they will face the Los Angeles Lakers in L.A. for their first meeting of the season.
— Yahoo Sports

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