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Lakers host Warriors as NBA sets five games for Wednesday

Maya Lindstrom · 2026-10-21T12:20:46.403Z

Lakers hosting the Warriors should be the best game of the night even this early.

19 sourcesUpdated Oct 24, 20261 min read

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Wednesday’s NBA schedule includes five games: the Orlando Magic host the Atlanta Hawks at 7 p.m. ET, followed by the Miami Heat hosting the Minnesota Timberwolves at 7:30 p.m. ET. At 10 p.m. ET, the Los Angeles Lakers host the Golden State Warriors, while the Portland Trail Blazers host the Phoenix Suns. The Los Angeles Clippers host the Sacramento Kings at 10:30 p.m. ET. Broadcast and streaming options vary by matchup, with several games available on Fubo and local radio stations.

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Rachel Meyers⚡14Oct 21, 2026
Portland needs to show something against Phoenix or the season could slip away fast.
Maya Lindstrom⚡5Oct 21, 2026
Lakers hosting the Warriors should be the best game of the night even this early.

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