Denver’s next major pro game is the Denver Nuggets hosting the Los Angeles Lakers on January 20, 2026, at 10:00 p.m. at Ball Arena in Denver.

Quick Scoop

What “Denver” most likely means

When people ask “when does Denver play?” in a sports context, they are usually referring to:

  • Denver Nuggets (NBA basketball)
  • Denver Broncos (NFL football)
  • Sometimes University of Denver or other local teams

Given the timing in mid‑January 2026, the most active big-name Denver team in regular season is the Nuggets , since the NFL regular season has ended and the Broncos’ 2026 schedule lists opponents but not specific January game dates.

Next Denver Nuggets game

Here is the next clearly listed Denver Nuggets matchup around today’s date (January 18, 2026):

  • Opponent: Los Angeles Lakers
  • Date: January 20, 2026
  • Time: 10:00 p.m. (likely ET on national listings; check your local time zone)
  • Venue: Ball Arena, Denver, Colorado

If you meant another Denver team

If you were asking about:

  • Denver Broncos: The 2026 schedule shows home and road opponents (at Arizona, vs Kansas City, vs LA Chargers, etc.), but exact game dates and times are not yet fully set out in the same way.
  • University of Denver (Pioneers) basketball or other college teams: They have separate schedules with different next-game dates, usually listed on their official athletics site.

How to double‑check quickly

To be sure you have the right “Denver” and the right time:

  1. Confirm which team you mean (Nuggets, Broncos, college team, etc.).
  2. Go to that team’s official schedule page (NBA, NFL, or school athletics).
  3. Look for the “Next Game” or current month section to see the exact date, time, and TV info.

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