Why Lakers Games Are a Must Right Now

If you’re a Lakers fan, or just love an electric sports atmosphere, Crypto.com Arena has a lineup of great home games coming up that you’ll want on your calendar. From heavyweight rivals to exciting matchups that could impact the playoff picture, this season has plenty of reasons to get pumped.

Upcoming Lakers Games at Crypto.com Arena

Here’s the latest home schedule at Crypto.com Arena you won’t want to miss these dates: 

February 2026 Home Games

  • Feb 7 – vs. Warriors (5:30 PM) 
  • Feb 9 – vs. Thunder (7:00 PM) 
  • Feb 10 – vs. Spurs (7:30 PM) 
  • Feb 12 – vs. Mavericks (7:00 PM) 
  • Feb 20 – vs. Clippers (7:00 PM) 
  • Feb 22 – vs. Celtics (3:30 PM) 
  • Feb 24 – vs. Magic (7:30 PM) 

March 2026 Home Games

  • Mar 1 – vs. Kings (6:30 PM) 
  • Mar 3 – vs. Lakers (7:30 PM) 
  • Mar 6 – vs. Pacers (7:30 PM) 
  • Mar 8 – vs. Knicks (12:30 PM) 
  • Mar 10 – vs. Timberwolves (8:00 PM) 
  • Mar 12 – vs. Bulls (7:30 PM) 
  • Mar 14 – vs. Nuggets (5:30 PM) 
  • Mar 27 – vs. Nets (7:30 PM) 
  • Mar 30 – vs. Wizards (7:00 PM) 
  • Mar 31 – vs. Cavaliers (7:30 PM) 

April 2026 Home Games

  • Apr 7 – vs. Thunder (7:30 PM) 
  • Apr 10 – vs. Suns (7:30 PM) 
  • Apr 12 – vs. Jazz (5:30 PM) 

These matchups include star power, playoff implications, and lots of memorable moments. Whether you’re sitting courtside or watching from the plaza, the energy at Crypto.com Arena is always top-tier. 

Toyota Dribble & Drive: Score a Chance to Win a Truck!

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If you’re heading to one of these games, don’t skip the Toyota Dribble & Drive event. It’s a fan interactive challenge hosted outside the arena before select games where participants compete in dribbling skills for the chance to win a Toyota truck giveaway.

Here’s the best part:
🔹 You need to arrive early to sign up before spots fill up.
🔹 Registration usually happens well before tipoff in the pregame area.
🔹 Winners move through rounds, and a final champion gets a shot at the grand prize.

This event mixes basketball fun with major excitement and hey, a free truck is a pretty sweet reward! So plan to show up early, warm up those handles, and give it your best shot.

Game Day Tips to Maximize Your Lakers Experience

Here are some fan-tested tips to get the most out of your Lakers night:

1. Arrive Early for Everything

If you want to join the Dribble & Drive event, beat the lines. Pregame activities start well before the listed game time (usually 3 hours before), so show up early to secure your spot and enjoy the scene.

Explore the Plaza

2. Crypto.com Arena’s plaza area often features music, food vendors, giveaways, and fan interactions. Grab a bite, snap some pics, or check out sponsor activations while you wait.

Plan Your Parking Ahead

3. Downtown traffic can get intense on game nights, and lots fill quickly. Booking parking in advance or using apps that let you reserve private driveways can save you time and stress.

Get Ready for Lakers Night!

Before you go, make sure you’ve picked your dates, grabbed your tickets, and arrived early to make the most of all the pregame fun. See you cheering in purple and gold! 🏀

More of a Clipper’s fan? Read about my adventures at the Intuit Dome and their game schedule here.