Cleveland Cavaliers @ Los Angeles Lakers
AT BAKERSFIELD CA, Preseason
3-3, 3-2 Away
102
3-3, 3-2 Away
3-3, 3-3 Home
87
3-3, 3-3 Home
Game Information
Referee:Bill Spooner
Referee:Mark Ayotte
Referee:Violet Palmer
Matchups
2025-26 Standings
Western Conference
| Pacific | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Lakers | 53 | 29 | .646 | - | W3 |
| Phoenix | 45 | 37 | .549 | 8 | W1 |
| LA Clippers | 42 | 40 | .512 | 11 | W1 |
| Golden State | 37 | 45 | .451 | 16 | L3 |
| Sacramento | 22 | 60 | .268 | 31 | L1 |
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