The Phoenix Suns open their 2025–26 campaign at home against the Sacramento Kings.

For Phoenix, this season represents a fresh start rather than a full-blown rebuild. After dismantling their once-vaunted Big Three, shipping out Kevin Durant, parting ways with Bradley Beal, and shifting focus to a younger core, the Suns have made it clear they’re hitting the reset button. The franchise now looks to Devin Booker, its all-time leading scorer, to lead the next era of Suns basketball.

Expectations are modest — few project Phoenix to even crack the Play-In Tournament — but internally, the Suns view this year as a stepping stone toward long-term contention, laying the groundwork for a future return to championship relevance.

The Sacramento Kings, meanwhile, arrive with a contrasting outlook. Fresh off a Play-In Tournament exit at the hands of the Dallas Mavericks, the Kings enter the new season hungry to prove they belong among the West’s elite. Whether their lofty aspirations match reality remains to be seen, but there’s no question that Sacramento has its sights set far higher than just another Play-In appearance.

Below, GOAL brings you everything you need to watch the Phoenix Suns vs Sacramento Kings game today.

Phoenix Suns vs Sacramento Kings: Date & Tip-off Time

The Suns and the Kings will face off in a highly anticipated NBA encounter on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 10:00 pm ET/ 7:00 pm PTat PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona.

DateWednesday, October 22, 2025Time10:00 pm ET/ 7:00 pm PT ArenaPHX ArenaLocationPhoenix, ArizonaHow to watch the Phoenix Suns vs Sacramento Kings NBA match online – TV Channels & Live Streams

The Suns vs Kings game will air on NBCSCA, KTVK and KPHE in the local markets. The game can also be streamed onFubo. 

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Phoenix Suns vs Sacramento Kings Team News & Key PerformersPhoenix Suns

The Phoenix Suns ushered in a new era over the offseason, beginning with a shake-up on the sidelines. Former head coach Mike Budenholzer was shown the door, paving the way for Jordan Ott, the ex-Cleveland Cavaliers assistant, to take the reins. Though this will be Ott’s first stint as a head coach, he arrives with a glowing reputation. Players who’ve worked with him often credit him as a vital voice in player development and one of the brains behind Cleveland’s steady improvement.

The front office also made a seismic roster move, sending Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets in exchange for Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green. The spotlight now shifts to Green, who is expected to shoulder a large share of the scoring load alongside Devin Booker. Meanwhile, Mark Williams could become a key piece in the paint after a standout campaign with the Charlotte Hornets, where he averaged a double-double and emerged as a rising interior force.

Sacramento Kings

As for the Sacramento Kings, the franchise endured a whirlwind of change last season, from a coaching shake-up to a front-office overhaul and the blockbuster trade that saw longtime cornerstone De’Aaron Fox depart. Now under the guidance of new general manager Scott Perry, the Kings are hoping for a steadier, more composed campaign.

Roster-wise, the Kings didn’t tear things down but made a few strategic tweaks. Jonas Valanciunas exited for the Denver Nuggets, with Dario Saric stepping in to fill that void. The team also bolstered its backcourt depth by signing veteran guards Dennis Schroder and Russell Westbrook, the latter coming off a solid year in Denver and expected to bring leadership and energy.

One of Sacramento’s biggest offseason victories was securing Keegan Murray to a five-year, $140 million extension — a clear sign he’s central to their long-term plans. However, the excitement is tempered by concern, as Murray is expected to miss the season’s opening month due to injury, sidelined for an estimated four to six weeks.

Phoenix Suns vs Sacramento Kings: Head-to-Head RecordsDate (US)CompetitionHome TeamAway TeamScore07/15/25LVSLSacramento KingsPhoenix Suns94–7604/14/25NBASacramento KingsPhoenix Suns109–9803/15/25NBAPhoenix SunsSacramento Kings122–10611/14/24NBASacramento KingsPhoenix Suns127–10411/11/24NBAPhoenix SunsSacramento Kings118–127 (OT)