San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers (NBA Cup)

On November 16, 2024By Littum

On Friday night, the Los Angeles Lakers meet the San Antonio Spurs in an exciting NBA Cup Group Play matchup.

LeBron James leads the Lakers after a dominant triple-double performance against the Grizzlies, marking his third straight game with such stats. On the other side of the court, second-year sensation Victor Wembanyama aims to continue his hot streak, coming off a career-high 50 points with six three-pointers in a win over the Wizards.

With both stars in top form, fans can expect an intense battle as the teams battle for an early advantage in the NBA’s second annual preseason tournament.

Live Updates:

(at the top at the latest)

First quarter:

6:30: Victor Wembanyama leads all scorers with nine so far. He has drilled a three and had a couple of nice finishes down low. He also has a few rebounds. Anthony Davis has six points. Spurs have the advantage. Spurs 19, Lakers 10.

Foreplay:

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— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) 16 November 2024

Tipoff is scheduled for 6:30pm CT.

How to watch Spurs vs. Lakers

When: Monday 11 November 2024 at 8 p.m. ET
Where: Frost Bank Center — San Antonio, Texas
TV: FanDuel SN – Southwest

Injuries

Spurs injuries

Tre Jones, ankle (OUT)
Jeremy Sochan, thumb (UD)

Lakers injuries

Rui Hachimura, ankle (day to day)
Anthony Davis, plantar fasciitis (probable)
Jalen Hood-Schifino, groin (OUT)

Expected starting lineups

San Antonio Spurs

PG Chris Paul
SG Stephen Castle
SF Julian Champagne
PF Harrison Barnes
C Victor Wembanyama

Los Angeles Lakers

PG Austin Reaves
SG Cam Reddish
SF Rui Hachimura
PF LeBron James
C Anthony Davis