How to Watch and Listen to Lakers vs. Warriors Season Opener Tonight

The Los Angeles Lakers open the 2026-27 regular season tonight against the Golden State Warriors at Crypto.com Arena, giving fans their first meaningful look at a dramatically reshaped roster.

Whether you are watching from home, streaming the game or listening on the road, here is everything you need to know before opening night.

How to watch Lakers vs. Warriors

Tonight’s season opener will air nationally on ESPN. The game is not listed as a Spectrum SportsNet broadcast, so ESPN is the television destination for Lakers fans in Southern California and across the country.

Viewers with an eligible television or streaming subscription can also watch through ESPN’s digital platforms. Live-TV streaming services that include ESPN should carry the game, although availability can vary by subscription and location.

Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. Pacific, or 10:00 p.m. Eastern. Pregame programming will begin earlier, and the actual opening tip may come several minutes after the listed start time.

How to listen to the Lakers season opener

The Lakers’ radio broadcast will be available locally on ESPN LA 710 AM and KFWB 980 AM. ESPN LA 710 remains the team’s flagship radio station.

Fans listening outside the Los Angeles area can check the NBA app or NBA.com for available audio options, subject to subscription and geographic restrictions.

A new Lakers era begins against Golden State

Opening night begins a new chapter built around Luka Dončić and a roster that underwent major changes during the offseason. The Lakers now get an immediate test against a familiar Western Conference opponent under the Crypto.com Arena lights.

For a deeper look at the team entering opening night, read the LakersBeat 2026-27 season preview and our breakdown of the Lakers’ starting five and bench rotation.

The Lakers and Warriors are scheduled to tip off tonight at 7:00 p.m. PT on ESPN.