The Phoenix Suns have secured two more national television appearances on NBA TV for the upcoming season, adding high-profile matchups against the Golden State Warriors and New York Knicks to their broadcast slate. This development arrives as the team looks to rebound from a tough stretch, having lost their last five games including a 122-131 defeat to the Oklahoma City Thunder on April 28, 2026.
Which Phoenix Suns games were added to NBA TV?
NBA TV will now televise five Suns games this season. The new additions are the home opener on October 24 against the Golden State Warriors and the December 31 game versus the defending NBA champion New York Knicks. The full NBA TV schedule for Phoenix includes the October 24 game vs. The Warriors, a December 26 road game at the Dallas Mavericks, the December 31 game vs. The Knicks, a January 18 contest at the LA Clippers, and a March 19 home game against the Miami Heat.
AZ Central's Duane Rankin reported this scheduling update. The move gives the Suns more national exposure despite an initial schedule that had fewer such games than some fans anticipated. You can track all upcoming matchups on our [fixtures](/fixtures) page.
Why is the Warriors game so intriguing?
The season opener against Golden State is loaded with extra tension. Suns forward Dillon Brooks recently took a verbal shot at injured Warriors star Jimmy Butler, calling him the one NBA player he would choose to fight and labeling him one of the league's biggest foul baiters.
Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg then escalated things with his own response. This sets up the first meeting between the franchises since April's play-in tournament to be one of the most emotionally charged matchups of the season's first week. The offseason chatter guarantees a physical, intense contest from the opening tip.
What makes the Knicks matchup a must-watch event?
The New Year's Eve game against the Knicks carries major significance. It marks the first time the Knicks will play in Phoenix since winning the NBA title in June, creating a primetime shows on a holiday night.
The head-to-head battle between guards Jalen Brunson and Devin Booker is a major draw. Both players have a history of delivering elite performances when facing each other. This game also signals the anticipated yearly return of former Suns forward Mikal Bridges to Phoenix. Suns fans have circled this date on the calendar since his departure in February 2023, ensuring an electric atmosphere.
What does this mean for the Suns' national profile?
These additions show the league recognizes Phoenix as a team worthy of major attention. The Suns are setting the stage for multiple marquee matchups that might have been overlooked. There is also potential for even more games to be added to the national schedule as the season progresses.
For a team in a challenging phase, with a recent form of five consecutive losses, this national spotlight is a positive. It provides a platform to change the narrative and build momentum. The enhanced schedule offers more opportunities for players like Booker to shine on a big stage and for the team to test itself against the league's best. Fans can follow player performances through our [stats](/stats) hub.
