Miami Heat @ Los Angeles Lakers
Matchups
Game Information
Los Angeles, CA

Referee:Bernie Fryer
Referee:Monty McCutchen
Referee:Ron Olesiak

2025-26 Standings
Eastern Conference
| Southeast | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando | 28 | 24 | .538 | - | W3 |
| Miami | 28 | 27 | .509 | 1.5 | L1 |
| Atlanta | 26 | 29 | .473 | 3.5 | L2 |
| Charlotte | 25 | 29 | .463 | 4 | L1 |
| Washington | 14 | 38 | .269 | 14 | L2 |
Western Conference
| Pacific | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Lakers | 32 | 21 | .604 | - | L2 |
| Phoenix | 32 | 22 | .593 | 0.5 | W1 |
| Golden State | 29 | 25 | .537 | 3.5 | W1 |
| LA Clippers | 25 | 28 | .472 | 7 | L1 |
| Sacramento | 12 | 43 | .218 | 21 | L13 |
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