Cleveland Cavaliers vs Los Angeles Lakers (01-28-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The NBA is set for another exciting matchup as the Cleveland Cavaliers clash with the Los Angeles Lakers. The match will tip off at 7:00 pm ET on Wednesday. The Cleveland Cavaliers have previously won 28 out of the 48 games. Darius Garland and Evan Mobley have been sidelined for tonight’s clash against the Lakers. Their team is significantly counting on players such as Donovan Mitchell and Dean Wade.

As for the Los Angeles Lakers, they have previously won only 28 out of the 45 matches they have played. With players like Luka Doncic and LeBron James, the team has a higher chance of securing their names in the walls of victory. However, Austin Reaves has been sidelined due to injuries. From the expected lineup to their injury reports, here is everything you need to know about tonight’s clash between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Los Angeles Lakers.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Los Angeles Lakers - When and Where to Watch the Game

The Cleveland Cavaliers will host the Los Angeles Lakers at the Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. The match will tip off at 7:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, exclusively on ESPN and SportsNet LA. Additionally, Fubo and Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Los Angeles Lakers - Expected Starting Lineups

Cleveland Cavaliers

• Craig Porter Jr. (PG)
• Donovan Mitchell (SG)
• Dean Wade (SF)
• Larry Nance Jr. (PF)
• Jarrett Allen (C)

Los Angeles Lakers

• Luka Doncic (PG)
• Marcus Smart (SG)
• Rui Hachimura (SF)
• LeBron James (PF)
• Deandre Ayton (C)

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Los Angeles Lakers - Injury Report

Cleveland Cavaliers

• Darius Garland - OUT (toe)
• Sam Merrill - OUT (hand)
• Evan Mobley - OUT (calf)
• Max Strus - OUT (foot)
• Luke Travers - OUT (hamstring)
• De’Andre Hunter - QUESTIONABLE (knee)

Los Angeles Lakers

• Austin Reaves - OUT (calf)
• Adou Thiero - OUT (MCL sprain)

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Los Angeles Lakers - Game Prediction

This season, the Cleveland Cavaliers have scored 236.5 points in 22 out of their 48 games. However, the Los Angeles Lakers have scored the same number of points in 17 out of 45 games, so speculation is tougher than usual. The Cavaliers boast an impressive roster, featuring standout players such as Donovan Mitchell and Jarrett Allen. Mitchell has delivered 29.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game this season. However, Allen has averaged 13.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game.

The Los Angeles Lakers, on the other hand, have efficient players like LeBron James and Luka Doncic. James has averaged 22.4 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 6.7 assists per game this season, while helping the team one step closer to the finale. Doncic, on the other hand, delivered 33.8 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game.


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