As we roll into the weekend, the NBA has lined up another exciting set of games for fans to enjoy in this early season as the Los Angeles Lakers (4-4) take on the Philadelphia 76ers (1-6) this Friday at the crypto.com Arena.
The Philadelphia 76ers have had a rough start, managing only one victory so far. Their sole win came on October 27 in an overtime thriller against the Indiana Pacers, ending 118-114. Unfortunately, the Sixers have been on a four-game losing streak since most recently falling to the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday in a 110-98 loss.
Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Lakers have only managed one win in their last five outings. They secured a high-scoring 131-125 win over the Toronto Raptors, but it was flanked by losses to the Phoenix Suns (109-105) and the Cleveland Cavaliers (134-110), as well as defeats to the Detroit Pistons (115-103) and the Memphis Grizzlies (131-114).
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the Dallas Mavericks vs. Phoenix Suns NBA game, plus plenty more.
Los Angeles Lakers vs Philadelphia 76ers: Date and tip-off time
The Los Angeles Lakers and the Philadelphia 76ers in a highly anticipated NBA game on Friday, November 8, 2024, at 10:00 pm ET/ 7:00 pm PT at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California.
| Date | Friday, November 8, 2024 |
| Tip-off Time | 10:00 pm ET/ 7:00 pm PT |
| Venue | Crypto.com Arena |
| Location | Los Angeles, California |
How to watch Los Angeles Lakers vs Philadelphia 76ers on TV & stream live online
Fans in the USA can catch all the action between the Dallas Mavericks and the Phoenix Suns live on:
- National TV: ESPN
- Local TV channel: NBCSP, SPECSN
Streaming service: FuboTV
Streaming the game with a VPN
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How to listen to Los Angeles Lakers vs Philadelphia 76ers play-by-play commentary on radio
Fans wanting to listen to the action live can do so via SiriusXM.
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Los Angeles Lakers team news & key performers
The Los Angeles Lakers concluded their five-game road stint in Memphis, where defensive issues resurfaced. The Grizzlies poured in 72 points in the second half, shooting 17-of-34 from three-point range. LeBron James led the Lakers with 39 points and six assists, and Austin Reaves chipped in 19 points.
Anthony Davis (heel) and Rui Hachimura (illness) missed the Grizzlies matchup and remain questionable against the 76ers. Davis has been averaging 32.6 points and 11.6 rebounds this season, and his return would be crucial for the Lakers, who need his presence in the paint.
Philadelphia 76ers team news & key performers
On the other side, the Philadelphia 76ers shot an impressive 54.8% from the field in last Wednesday's game but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 7-of-25 three-point attempts. They also recorded a poor 19-to-20 assist-to-turnover ratio. Both Paul George and Kelly Oubre Jr. contributed 18 points each, while Andre Drummond added nine points and grabbed ten rebounds.
Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Game | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 03/23/24 | Los Angeles Lakers 101-94 Philadelphia 76ers | NBA |
| 11/28/23 | Philadelphia 76ers 138-94 Los Angeles Lakers | NBA |
| 01/16/23 | Los Angeles Lakers 112-113 Philadelphia 76ers | NBA |
| 12/10/22 | Philadelphia 76ers 133-122 Los Angeles Lakers | NBA |
| 03/24/22 | Los Angeles Lakers 121-126 Philadelphia 76ers | NBA |