Oklahoma City Thunder to Face Lakers, Nuggets in 2026-27 NBA Rivals Week
The Oklahoma City Thunder will face the Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets during the 2026-27 NBA Rivals Week. The Thunder's schedule features 30 national TV regular-season games, including two primetime matchups.
What's at Stake for the Oklahoma City Thunder?
The Thunder's matchups against the Lakers and Nuggets are highly anticipated, given the teams' recent playoff history. The Thunder knocked out the Lakers in the NBA playoffs last year with a Round 2 sweep, and both teams are expected to contend for a top playoff spot in the 2026-27 season.
Why the Rivals Week Schedule Makes Sense
The NBA's Rivals Week schedule pits teams against their top rivals, and the Thunder's matchups against the Lakers and Nuggets are well-suited for the event. The Thunder will face the Lakers on Tuesday, January 26 at 10 p.m. CT, broadcast on NBC and Peacock, and will host the Nuggets on Saturday, January 30 at 2 p.m. CT, broadcast on ABC.
Recent Form and the 2026-27 Season
The Thunder have struggled in recent games, losing their last four contests. However, they will look to bounce back in the 2026-27 season, which begins on October 19. The Thunder's schedule features 30 national TV regular-season games, including two primetime matchups against the Lakers and Nuggets.
Last Result: Oklahoma City Thunder 103-111 San Antonio Spurs (2026-05-31)
The Thunder's recent form has been a concern, but they will look to turn things around in the 2026-27 season. With a strong schedule and key matchups against the Lakers and Nuggets, the Thunder are poised for a successful season.
Recent Form (last 5): 1W-0D-4L (LLLLW, most recent first)
The Thunder's recent form has been a concern, but they will look to turn things around in the 2026-27 season. With a strong schedule and key matchups against the Lakers and Nuggets, the Thunder are poised for a successful season.
What Comes Next?
The Thunder will face the Lakers on Tuesday, January 26 at 10 p.m. CT, broadcast on NBC and Peacock, and will host the Nuggets on Saturday, January 30 at 2 p.m. CT, broadcast on ABC. The Thunder's schedule features 30 national TV regular-season games, including two primetime matchups against the Lakers and Nuggets.
