Charlotte Bobcats @ Los Angeles Lakers
NBA PRESEASON, Preseason
0-8, 0-6 Away
77
0-8, 0-6 Away
5-2, 5-2 Home
88
5-2, 5-2 Home
Game Information
Anaheim, CA
Referee:Bob Delaney
Referee:Kevin Cutler
Referee:Michael Smith
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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