Los Angeles Lakers Playoff Chances 2026-27
The Los Angeles Lakers are 11-2, 2nd in the West, in line for a direct playoff spot. They make the playoffs in 91% of our simulations and win the NBA title in 8%.
Updated · Through games of November 14, 2026 · 13 of 80 games played per team on average
91%Make playoffs
78%Top 6 (no play-in)
24%Reach conf. finals
8%Win NBA title
52-28Projected record
5thPower rating rank
67Games left (34 home)
W7Streak
Next 10 games
| Date | Opponent | Win prob. |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Nov 15 | @ Phoenix Suns (5-6) | 60% |
| Tue, Nov 17 | vs Charlotte Hornets (4-8) | 82% |
| Wed, Nov 18 | vs Utah Jazz (1-10) | 84% |
| Fri, Nov 20 | vs Sacramento Kings (1-11) | 85% |
| Mon, Nov 23 | vs Utah Jazz (1-10) | 84% |
| Fri, Nov 27 | @ San Antonio Spurs (11-2) | 35% |
| Sun, Nov 29 | @ Memphis Grizzlies (9-3) | 44% |
| Mon, Nov 30 | @ Houston Rockets (10-3) | 40% |
| Wed, Dec 2 | @ New Orleans Pelicans (4-9) | 69% |
| Mon, Dec 14 | vs New Orleans Pelicans (4-9) | 82% |
Pacific standings
| Team | W-L | Playoffs | Win div |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Lakers | 11-2 | 91% | 72% |
| Golden State Warriors | 8-5 | 69% | 24% |
| Phoenix Suns | 5-6 | 18% | 3% |
| LA Clippers | 3-7 | 8% | 1% |
| Sacramento Kings | 1-11 | <1% | <1% |
Playoff path
| Milestone | Chance |
|---|---|
| Make the playoffs | 91% |
| Finish top six | 78% |
| Play-in (7th–10th) | 21% |
| Win a first-round series | 49% |
| Reach the conference finals | 24% |
| Reach the NBA Finals | 12% |
| Win the NBA title | 8% |
Frequently asked questions
Will the Los Angeles Lakers make the playoffs?
Our model gives the Lakers a 91% chance to make the 2027 NBA playoffs, including a 78% chance to finish in the top six and avoid the play-in. They are 11-2 and 2nd in the West, in line for a direct playoff spot.
What are the Los Angeles Lakers' chances to win the NBA title?
8%, with a 12% chance to reach the NBA Finals.
What is the Los Angeles Lakers' projected record?
About 52-28, based on 10,000 simulations of the remaining schedule.