NBA Weekend Preview: Suns Host Magic, Lakers Face Celtics

The NBA returns from the All-Star break with a compelling slate of games this weekend, featuring several high-profile matchups. The action tips off on Saturday, February 21st and continues through Sunday, offering basketball fans a full dose of competition.

Saturday’s Schedule

The weekend begins with a cross-conference contest between the Phoenix Suns and the Orlando Magic at 7:00 PM EST. This game will be broadcast on Sky Sports One in Italy, with commentary from Dario Vismara and Mauro Bevacqua. The Suns (32-23) currently hold the seventh seed in the Western Conference, while the Magic (29-25) are seventh in the Eastern Conference. Devin Booker is listed as day-to-day with a hip injury for the Suns, while Cole Anthony is out for non-injury related reasons, Grayson Allen is out with an ankle injury, and Haywood Highsmith is out with a knee injury. For the Magic, Franz Wagner is out with an ankle injury and Colin Castleton is out with a thumb injury.

Later Saturday night, at 2:30 AM, New York will face Houston on Sky Sport Basket, featuring original commentary.

Sunday’s Doubleheader

Sunday’s action heats up with Oklahoma City taking on Cleveland at 7:30 PM EST on Sky Sport Basket, with commentary from Flavio Tranquillo and Davide Pessina.

The highlight of the weekend, a classic rivalry matchup, sees the Los Angeles Lakers battle the Boston Celtics at 12:30 AM on Sky Sport Basket. Francesco Bonfardeci and Mauro Bevacqua will provide commentary for this highly anticipated game.

Coverage on Sky Sports

Sky Sports will also provide daily highlights of the NBA action from the American night, available from the morning on Sky Sport 24, on demand, and on SkySport.it. Insights will be offered on Sky Sport Insider and through the Sky Sport app.

Team Records as of February 20, 2026

• Phoenix Suns: 32-23 (7th in Western Conference)
• Orlando Magic: 29-25 (7th in Eastern Conference)

Key Players

For the Suns, Devin Booker leads the way, averaging 25.2 points per game. Dillon Brooks has also been a key contributor, averaging 22.4 points over the last 10 games. The Magic are led by Paolo Banchero, who averages 22.7 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 4.5 assists. Desmond Bane contributes 19.6 points and 4.1 assists per game for Orlando.