The Lakers and Spurs played for the first time this season on Wednesday night, but we're all still waiting for LeBron James and Victor Wembanyama to share the court.
James missed Los Angeles' 122-119 victory — the second night of a back-to-back for the Lakers — with a left calf injury. Anthony Davis carried the load in James' absence, totaling 37 points, 10 rebounds and four steals in 38 minutes.
Wembanyama certainly did his part in the loss. The 19-year-old rookie tallied 30 points, 13 rebounds and six blocks, but it wasn't enough to stop the Spurs' losing streak, which now stands at 18 games.
Though the two have yet to play against each other, James and Wembanyama already share a strong connection. Pundits and fans have anointed countless players as James' heir apparent, and Wembanyama — a 7-4 marvel who grew up revering James — is next in line.
Wembanyama's rookie campaign is the most-hyped debut season since James' in 2003. So far, he has shown brilliant flashes, averaging 19.3 points, 10.7 rebounds and 3.0 blocks per game.
But James isn't slowing down in his 21st NBA season. The 38-year-old is averaging 25.3 points, 7.5 rebounds and 6.7 assists per game and recently led the Lakers to the inaugural In-Season Tournament championship.
Here is a complete guide to watching Lakers vs. Spurs, including TV and streaming options for the game.
How to watch Lakers vs. Spurs: TV channel and live streams
- Date: Friday, Dec. 15
- TV channel: ESPN
- Live streaming: Sling TV
Lakers vs. Spurs will air nationally on ESPN. Mark Jones (play-by-play), J.J. Redick (color analyst) and Andraya Carter (sideline reporter) will have the call live from the Frost Bank Center.
Viewers can also stream the game on Sling TV.
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Lakers vs. Spurs start time
- Date: Friday, Dec. 15
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET | 4:30 p.m. PT
Lakers vs. Spurs will tip off around 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday, Dec. 15. The game will be played at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio. It is the first game of ESPN's Friday night doubleheader and will be followed by Knicks vs. Suns.
Lakers schedule 2023-24
Here are the Lakers' next five games of the 2023-24 regular season:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec. 15 | at Spurs | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN |
| Dec. 18 | vs. Knicks | 10:30 p.m. | — |
| Dec. 20 | at Bulls | 8 p.m. | — |
| Dec. 21 | at Timberwolves | 9 p.m. | NBA TV |
| Dec. 23 | at Thunder | 8 p.m. | — |
Spurs schedule 2023-24
Here are the Spurs' next five games of the 2023-24 regular season:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec. 15 | vs. Lakers | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN |
| Dec. 17 | vs. Pelicans | 3:30 p.m. | — |
| Dec. 19 | at Bucks | 8 p.m. | — |
| Dec. 21 | at Bulls | 8 p.m. | — |
| Dec. 23 | at Mavericks | 8:30 p.m. | — |
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