ESPN’s coverage of the 2026 NBA preseason tips off this week with four matchups presented by Wayfair across ESPN and ESPN2 from Thursday, October 8 through Sunday, October 11.
On Thursday, the Sacramento Kings visit the Los Angeles Lakers at 10:30 p.m. ET on ESPN2. Mike Breen will provide play-by-play alongside Danny Green, with Jorge Sedano reporting.
Saturday features another Western Conference showdown on ESPN2 as the Phoenix Suns host the San Antonio Spurs at 10:30 p.m. Mike Monaco is on the call with Doris Burke, alongside Angel Gray.
On Sunday, ESPN presents a doubleheader, beginning at 6:30 p.m. as the Orlando Magic visit the Cleveland Cavaliers. Mike Breen provides play-by-play with Richard Jefferson and Tim Legler, while Katie George reports.
The nightcap features the Denver Nuggets hosting the Chicago Bulls at 9 p.m. on ESPN. Drew Carter calls the action with Doris Burke, while Taylor McGregor reports from courtside.
All ESPN and ABC games are also available to stream via the ESPN App. ESPN platforms are also the exclusive home of the NBA Finals on ABC and the 2027 NBA Western Conference Finals.
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