Is LeBron James playing tonight? Lakers vs. Grizzlies time, TV channel and live stream for Game 4 of NBA Playoffs

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The Lakers have the chance to take full control of their first round playoff series against the Grizzlies with a win in Game 4 on Monday.

After a loss in Game 2, Los Angeles bounced back with a commanding victory in Game 3. They outscored Memphis 35-9 in the first quarter and held on to take a 2-1 series lead. 

Superstar LeBron James put up 25 points, nine rebounds and five assists in the effort. He continues to lead the way for his team in the 16th postseason of his legendary career. However, he's been a mainstay on the Lakers' injury reports in recent weeks with pain in his right foot.

Here's the latest on James' injury status ahead of a crucial Game 4 in Los Angeles on Monday night: 

Is LeBron James playing vs. Grizzlies tonight?

All indications suggest James will be good to go for Game 4. 

He continues to pop up on Lakers injury reports with right foot soreness, but he has looked just fine on the court. The nagging injury has been affecting the 38-year-old for several weeks. James is officially listed as probable for Game 4 but it would be a big surprise if he weren't able to suit up on Monday. 

The 19-time All-Star has averaged 24.6 points per game in the first three games against Memphis. The Lakers can take a 3-1 series lead with a win on Monday. 

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What time is Lakers vs. Grizzlies today?

  • Date: Monday, April 24
  • Time: 10 p.m. ET | 7 p.m. PT

Game 4 of Lakers vs. Grizzlies will tip off shortly after 10 p.m. ET (7 p.m. local time) from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

What channel is Lakers vs. Grizzlies on?

  • Date: Monday, April 24
  • TV channel: TNT
  • Live stream: TNTdrama.com | Sling TV

Monday's game between the Lakers and Grizzlies will be broadcast on TNT. Spero Dedes will handle play-by-play duties alongside analyst Grant Hill. Stephanie Ready will report from the sideline.

Viewers in the United States can also stream the game on Sling TV.

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Lakers vs. Grizzlies odds

The Lakers enter Monday's Game 4 as 4.5-point favorites over the Grizzlies.

  Lakers Grizzlies
Spread -4.5 +4.5
Moneyline -110 -110

For the full market, check out BetMGM.

Lakers vs. Grizzlies schedule

Here is the complete schedule for Lakers vs. Grizzlies in the first round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs:

Date Game Time (ET)/Result TV channel
April 16 Game 1 Lakers 128, Grizzlies 112 ABC
April 19 Game 2 Grizzlies 103, Lakers 93 TNT
April 22 Game 3 Lakers 111, Grizzlies 101 ESPN
April 24 Game 4 10 p.m. TNT
April 26 Game 5 7:30 p.m. TNT
April 28 Game 6* TBD TBD
April 30 Game 7* TBD TBD

* If necessary

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Sam Jarden joined Sporting News as an intern in 2020 and returned as a content producer in 2022. In between, he spent a year and a half at Turner Sports, managing the social media accounts for Bleacher Report, NBA on TNT, NBA TV and others. A proud UNC alumnus, he spends his free time following the Tar Heels, Buffalo Bills and Newcastle United FC, and has been known to occasionally hit the links.