Warriors to face Lakers in season opener on October 21
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 1:48 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
The Golden State Warriors will begin the 2026-27 NBA season against the Los Angeles Lakers on October 21 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. This matchup marks the Warriors' first opportunity to face a Luka Doncic-led Lakers team that will operate without LeBron James. The game is scheduled for 7 p.m. PT and will be broadcast on ESPN. The NBA season starts on October 20, featuring three games, including a contest between the Boston Celtics and Detroit Pistons. The Warriors also have a Christmas Day game planned against the Denver Nuggets at Chase Center in San Francisco.
- •Warriors open the season against Lakers on October 21.
- •Game set for 7 p.m. PT at Crypto.com Arena.
- •Lakers will feature Luka Doncic but no LeBron James.
- •NBA season begins October 20 with three games.
- •Warriors also hosting Nuggets on Christmas Day.
- 1:48 PMYahoo Sports — Warriors to open 2026-27 season against Luka Doncic, Lakers
"The Warriors will tip-off the 2026-27 season against Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers on Oct. 21.
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