Catch Lakers in Preseason Showdowns…

The Los Angeles Lakers continue to shine on the basketball stage like a glitter bomb at a disco. They’re once again hogging the TV spotlight, tied for the most national appearances in the 2025-26 season with a whopping 34! Thanks to the LeBron and Doncic charm package, games against the Warriors and Mavericks will glimmer on ABC, ESPN, NBC, and Amazon Prime. There’s more than a sprinkle of excitement as ESPN features Lakers’ preseason matchups with the Warriors on October 5 and Mavericks on October 15. These fierce rivals are about to light up TV screens brighter than the sun at a sunglasses convention.

The rivalry between the Lakers and Warriors has turned courts into action-packed popcorn fests, thanks to years of thrilling LeBron vs. Curry duels. For their preseason pack, the drama kicks off with stars like Luka Doncic potentially debuting right after weaving through airport chaos in basketball sneakers. Meanwhile, the Lakers vs. Mavericks serves as a preseason teaser with stars sticking around like stubborn popcorn kernels. These matchups promise more eyes than a spider on Halloween night. With the NBA’s ultimate showdown, Rivalry Week, also spotlighting the Lakers, viewers will need to buckle up for a wild ride.