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Lakers vs Wizards tips off at 7:00 PM ET (4:00 PM PT) on Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC. TV: Spectrum SportsNet (Lakers), Monumental Sports Network (Wizards).
How to Watch Lakers vs Wizards: Time, TV & Stream
- Date & time
- Tuesday, January 5, 20277:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT
- Watch on
- Local TV onlyLocal: Lakers Spectrum SportsNet · Wizards Monumental Sports Network
- Stream
- NBA League PassLakers: Spectrum SportsNet+ · Wizards: Monumental Sports Network+
- Arena
- Capital One ArenaWashington, DC
League Pass carries this game outside both teams' markets; inside them it is on the local channel or stream. Outside the US: NBA League Pass International, no blackouts. Canada: NBA League Pass Canada.
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Injury Report
| Player | Team | Pos | Status | Injury | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adou Thiero |  Lakers | F | Out | Injury Management | Oct 20, 2026 |
| Cameron Carr | Lakers | G | Out | Oblique | Oct 27, 2026 |
| Luka Dončić | Lakers | F-G | Out | Back | Oct 28, 2026 |
| Ziaire Williams | Lakers | F | Out | Foot | Oct 28, 2026 |
| Jamir Watkins |  Wizards | F | Out For Season | ACL | Jul 30, 2026 |
| Justin Champagnie | Wizards | F | Out | Foot | Oct 26, 2026 |
| Tristan Vukcevic | Wizards | C | Out | Hip | Oct 1, 2026 |
Status as of 6:00 PM ET, Oct 28. Teams can change a player's status up to tip-off; check team announcements before the game.
Key Players
Lakers
Luka DončićF-G · 4 GP36.0PTS6.8REB8.0AST
Austin ReavesG · 5 GP24.4PTS3.4REB5.4AST
Walker KesslerC · 5 GP14.4PTS8.2REB1.0AST
Wizards
Anthony DavisF-C · 5 GP21.8PTS8.4REB2.2AST
Trae YoungG · 5 GP20.6PTS3.2REB10.4AST
Kyshawn GeorgeF · 5 GP15.8PTS4.6REB4.8AST
Season averages, top three scorers per team.
Lakers vs Wizards Preview
The Lakers are 4-1 this season and went 4-1 in their last 5 games, while the Wizards are 2-3 this season and went 2-3 in their last 5 games.
The Lakers won last season's series 2-0. The Lakers rank 3rd in three-point %, the biggest gap between these teams. Players to watch: Luka Dončić (36.0 points per game) and Anthony Davis (21.8 points per game).
Lakers vs Wizards Head-to-Head
Lakers last 5
- W @ Clippers 103-87 Oct 28, 2026
- L vs Trail Blazers 129-136 Oct 27, 2026
- W @ Jazz 132-123 Oct 25, 2026
- W vs Clippers 125-117 Oct 23, 2026
- W vs Warriors 127-105 Oct 21, 2026
Wizards last 5
- L @ Cavaliers 111-121 Oct 28, 2026
- L @ Hornets 103-110 Oct 26, 2026
- W @ Bulls 124-120 Oct 24, 2026
- L vs Raptors 102-112 Oct 23, 2026
- W vs Bucks 128-116 Oct 21, 2026
Previous meetings
- Mar 30, 2026 Wizards @ Lakers 101-120
- Jan 30, 2026 Lakers @ Wizards 142-111
Lakers vs Wizards Season Stats 2026-27
Regular-season averages; rank of 30 teams.
Standings Context
Western Conference
| # | Team | W-L | GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 |  Grizzlies | 4-0 | 0.5 |
| 3 |  Trail Blazers | 3-0 | 1.0 |
| 4 | Lakers | 4-1 | 1.0 |
| 5 |  Thunder | 4-1 | 1.0 |
| 6 |  Timberwolves | 3-2 | 2.0 |
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This Lakers vs Wizards page updates on its own: live score during the game, box score and recap minutes after the final buzzer. Next: Lakers host the Celtics Jan 7; Wizards host the Thunder Jan 7.
Lakers vs Wizards FAQs
What time does Lakers vs Wizards start?
The Los Angeles Lakers play the Washington Wizards on Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. Tip-off is 7:00 PM ET (4:00 PM PT).
What channel is Lakers vs Wizards on?
Local TV: Spectrum SportsNet (Lakers), Monumental Sports Network (Wizards). Out-of-market fans can stream it on NBA League Pass.
What are the Lakers and Wizards records?
Going into this game the Lakers were 4-1 and the Wizards were 2-3 this season.
Who is injured for Lakers vs Wizards?
As of 6:00 PM ET, Oct 28: Adou Thiero (Lakers, out, injury management); Cameron Carr (Lakers, out, oblique); Luka Dončić (Lakers, out, back); Ziaire Williams (Lakers, out, foot); Jamir Watkins (Wizards, out for season, acl); Justin Champagnie (Wizards, out, foot).
How did Lakers vs Wizards go last season?
The Lakers won the regular-season series 2-0 in 2025-26.
Who won the last Lakers vs Wizards game?
The Lakers beat the Wizards 120-101 on Mar 30, 2026 at home.
Where is Lakers vs Wizards being played?
At Capital One Arena in Washington, DC, the home arena of the Washington Wizards.
Is Lakers vs Wizards on NBA League Pass?
Yes, outside the Lakers and Wizards markets. Inside them the game is on the local channel and the team's streaming service (Monumental Sports Network+ for Wizards fans). Outside the US, NBA League Pass International carries every game.