2026-27 schedule storylines

Key games include Ja Morant's return to Memphis (Feb 6, Prime Video), Jaren Jackson Jr.'s revenge game (Oct 21), Taylor Jenkins' homecoming (Dec 12), MLK Day vs Rockets (Peacock). Only 2 national TV games. Brutal January stretch. NBA Cup group with Thunder, Wolves, Clippers, Pelicans. A recent prediction article projects a 19-14 start, giving fans a tangible outlook.