Is LeBron James playing tonight against Sacramento Kings? Latest on Lakers superstar's status (Oct. 26)

LeBron James will play in the Lakers' third game of the 2024-25 NBA season against the Sacramento Kings on Saturday. This will mark the second game in a back-to-back schedule for the Lakers, following their 123-116 win over the Phoenix Suns at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Friday.

After the Suns game, LeBron was asked about his availability for the Kings matchup. The four-time NBA champion responded with a strong commitment, stating that he intends to play all 82 regular-season games as long as he remains injury-free.

In his 21 prior seasons in the NBA, LeBron has played in all 82 regular season games only once, during his final season with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2017-18. Over his six seasons with the Lakers, he has played more than 70 games just once. He played 71 games for the Purple and Gold last season.

LeBron James in first two games of the season

LeBron James has had a steady start to the 2024-25 NBA season, though his performance has flown somewhat under the radar as Anthony Davis has captured headlines with consecutive 35-point games. LeBron’s usage rate has been relatively low, with the offense largely running through Austin Reaves.

The 20-time NBA All-Star has looked impressive in stretches, particularly with his playmaking, as seen against the Suns, where he recorded eight assists.

Through two games, the four-time NBA Finals MVP is averaging 18.5 points on 48.3% shooting from the field, including 33.3% from beyond the arc. He’s also averaging 4.5 rebounds, 6.0 assists and 1.0 block per game.

How to watch LeBron James in action during Lakers vs. Kings game?

The LA Lakers vs. Sacramento Kings game is scheduled to take place on Saturday, Oct. 26, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. The game will tip off at 10:30 p.m. EDT (7:30 p.m. PT).

The Lakers vs. Kings game will be broadcast live on NBA TV and Spectrum SportsNet (local). Fans will also have the option to live stream the game on the NBA League Pass and Fubo TV app and website (regional restrictions may apply).