The Warriors and Lakers today face off in a preseason clash of Western Conference powerhouses, looking to build some momentum before the start of the 2025 NBA season.
Both of these teams lost to the Timberwolves in the playoffs, as Golden State fell in the second round and Los Angeles in the first.
Now the Warriors and Lakers look forward to the 2025 season with considerable promise given the star power on both sides.
Golden State still has its trio of veteran studs — Steph Curry, Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler — as well as a mix of younger players like Brandin Podziemski, Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody.
LA will lean on LeBron James as usual, but the Lakers will get a full season of Luka Doncic running point alongside Austin Reaves at shooting guard. Bronny James could get some run, too, in his second season in the NBA.
Here's what you need to know about the preseason matchup between the Warriors and the Lakers, including broadcast information and start time.
Where to watch Warriors vs. Lakers today: Channel, live stream
The Warriors vs. Lakers preseason game will air on ESPN. Mike Breen will have the play-by-play call alongside analysts Tim Legler and Richard Jefferson with Jorge Sedano reporting.
Viewers can also stream the game on the ESPN app or Fubo.
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Warriors vs. Lakers start time
- Date: Sunday, Oct. 5
- Time: 8:30 p.m. ET | 5:30 p.m. PT
Warriors vs. Lakers will tip off at 8:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, Oct. 5. The game will be played at the Chase Center in San Francisco.
Warriors preseason schedule 2025
Here is the 2025 preseason schedule for Golden State.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct. 5 | vs. Lakers | 8:30 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN app, Fubo |
| Oct. 8 | vs. Trail Blazers | 10 p.m. | NBA TV |
| Oct. 12 | at Lakers | 9:30 p.m. | — |
| Oct. 14 | at Trail Blazers | 10 p.m. | — |
| Oct. 17 | vs. Clippers | 10 p.m. | — |
Lakers preseason schedule 2025
Here is the 2025 preseason schedule for Los Angeles.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct. 3 | vs. Suns | 10 p.m. | NBA TV |
| Oct. 5 | at Warriors | 8:30 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN app, Fubo |
| Oct. 12 | vs. Warriors | 9:30 p.m. | — |
| Oct. 14 | at Suns | 10 p.m. | — |
| Oct. 15 | vs. Mavericks | 10:30 p.m. | ESPN |
| Oct. 17 | vs. Kings | 10:30 p.m. | NBA TV |