The Golden State Warriors are ready to host the Los Angeles Lakers to start a high-voltage NBA preseason game on October 18, 2024, at 10:30 pm ET/7:30 pm PT.
The Los Angeles Lakers have struggled early in the season at 1-3, but they are still perfect on the road (1-0 away), whereas the Golden State Warriors, who have a strong 5-0 mark overall and an unbeatable 2-0 home streak.
The Warriors are scoring 108.8 points each game, which is a little more than the Lakers' 106.3.
When it comes to boards, both teams are about even. The Warriors average 47.8 boards per game, while the Lakers just edge them out with 48. However, the Warriors are better at making moves than the Lakers; they give out 28.4 assists for each game in contrast to 26.8 for the Lakers.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch Golden State Warriors vs Los Angeles Lakers NBA preseason game, plus plenty more.
Golden State Warriors vs Los Angeles Lakers: Date and tip-off time
The Golden State Warriors will square off against the Los Angeles Lakers in a highly anticipated NBA preseason game on October 18, 2024, at 10:30 pm ET/7:30 pm PT, at Chase Center, in San Francisco, California.
| Date | October 18, 2024 |
| Tip-off Time | 10:30 pm ET/7:30 pm PT |
| Venue | Chase Center |
| Location | San Francisco, California |
How to watch Golden State Warriors vs Los Angeles Lakers on TV & stream live online
Fans in the USA can catch all the action between the Golden State Warriors and the Los Angeles Lakers live on:
- TV channel: ESPN
- Streaming service: FuboTV
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Golden State Warriors team news
Trayce Jackson-Davis averages 7.2 rebounds and 1.2 blocks per game, making important contributions in the paint.
Brandin Podziemski averages 4.5 assists per game and helps the team's offense.
Moses Moody averages 15.8 points for each game.
Golden State Warriors Injuries
| Player | Injury | Injury status |
|---|---|---|
| G, Brandin Podziemski | Nose injury | GTD |
| SG, De'Anthony Melton | Mid-back tightness | GTD |
Los Angeles Lakers team news
Anthony Davis averages 1.33 blocks, 17.3 points, additionally 9.3 rebounds, affecting both ends of the court with his defense and scoring.
Austin Reaves leads the team with 5.3 assists for each game.
Los Angeles Lakers Injuries
| Player | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
| PF, Jarred Vanderbilt | Foot injury | Out |
| PF, Christian Wood | Knee injury | Out |
Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers head-to-head record
The Los Angeles Lakers have lost four of their last five meetings with the Golden State Warriors. The Warriors won their most recent game, on the 16th of October 2024, by a score of 111–97. This was the latest in a string of high-scoring wins, including a 134–120 win during April and a 128–110 win during March. Since the Warriors usually score more than 110 points and the Lakers have trouble keeping up, Golden State's offensive power will likely play a big role again. Since the Warriors are doing very well so far this season as well as the Lakers have had a rough start, the Warriors have a good chance to keep winning, especially since they have a home-court edge and have been in charge of recent games.
| Date | Results |
|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2024 | Warriors 111-97 Lakers |
| Apr 10, 2024 | Warriors 134-120 Lakers |
| Mar 17, 2024 | Warriors 128-121 Lakers |
| Feb 23, 2024 | Warriors 128-110 Lakers |
| Jan 28, 2024 | Lakers 145-144 Warriors |