Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings... TV Guide

Live TV Channels

Linear TV

Television networks and cable channels broadcasting Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings live.

ESPN 2 Australia Australia

ESPN 2 New Zealand New Zealand

ESPN 2 US US

ESPN 3 Netherlands The Netherlands

NBA League Pass World

Sky Sport 7 NZ New Zealand

Spectrum Sports US

Spectrum SportsNet US

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Live TV Streaming

Live TV streaming apps and cord-cutting packages carrying these channels in your region.

UK Only

Free Trial

Amazon Prime Video UK

Includes NBA League Pass

£8.99 / month

Watch on Amazon Prime Video UK

Works in United States

Free Trial

Apple TV+

Includes NBA League Pass

$9.99 / month

Watch on Apple TV+

Works in United States

Watch on DIRECTV Stream

Australia Only

Free Trial

Discovery+

Includes Sky Sport 7 NZ

Includes Sky Sport 7 NZ

$85 - $155 / mo

Watch on Foxtel

Works in United States

Includes Spectrum SportsNet

$84.99 to $109.99 / month

Watch on Fubo TV (USA)

Works in United States

Watch on Hulu + Live TV

Australia Only

Free Trial

Kayo Sports

Includes Sky Sport 7 NZ

$25 - $35 / mo

Watch on Kayo Sports

Works in United States

Works in United States

Includes ESPN 2 New Zealand

$9.99 - $15.99 / mo

Watch on Disney+

Works in United States

ESPN Unlimited

Includes ESPN 2 US

$13.99 - $54.99/mo

Watch on ESPN Unlimited

Netherlands Only

KPN TV (KPN TV+)

Includes ESPN 3 Netherlands

€12.75 / mo

Watch on KPN TV (KPN TV+)

Works in United States

Optimum TV

Includes ESPN 2 US

$30.00 - $185.00 / mo

Watch on Optimum TV

New Zealand Only

Sky Sport Now

Includes ESPN 2 New Zealand

$29.99 (Day) – $549.99 (Annual) NZD

Watch on Sky Sport Now

Works in United States

Works in United States

Verizon Fios

Includes ESPN 2 US

$89.99 - $114.99

Watch on Verizon Fios

Works in United States

Xfinity Stream

Includes ESPN 2 US

Starts $30.00 / month

Watch on Xfinity Stream

Official NBA Streaming Passes

Digital Rights

Direct streaming subscriptions and digital tournament passes (no cable TV subscription needed).

Works in United States

Free Trial

Amazon Prime Video

$8.99 - $14.99 / month Official Live Broadcaster / Simulcast

Official national digital partner delivering exclusive live coverage of half of all tournament games including both semifinals

Watch on Amazon Prime Video

Australia Only

Disney+

$9.99 - $15.99 / mo Official Live Broadcaster / Simulcast

Digital simulcast of ESPN basketball coverage

$25 - $35 / mo Official Live Broadcaster / Simulcast

Live ESPN coverage of regular season games, the NBA Cup, and the playoffs

Watch on Kayo Sports

Works in United States

NBA G League App

Free (Ad-Supported) Exclusive Out-of-Market Pass (All Games)

Official league direct digital portal providing free live coverage of non-nationally televised fixtures

Watch on NBA G League App

Australia Only

Free Trial

NBA League Pass

$13.99 - $24.99/mo Exclusive Out-of-Market Pass (All Games)

Direct league pass carrying every regular season and playoff game live

Watch on NBA League Pass

Canada Only

Free Trial

Sportsnet+

$34.99 - $44.99 / month Official Live Broadcaster / Simulcast

Official national digital coverage of regular season games, Toronto Raptors fixtures, and the NBA Finals

$19.99 CAD / month Official Live Broadcaster / Simulcast

Official digital platform carrying national live coverage of regular season games and playoff series

Watch on TSN Direct

France Only

Free Trial

Amazon Prime Video France

€5.99 - €6.99 / month Official Live Broadcaster / Simulcast

Official digital partner carrying weekly live games and postseason coverage

Watch on Amazon Prime Video France

France Only

beIN Sports Connect

$20 - $30 / month Official Live Broadcaster / Simulcast

Long-term official media partner carrying up to nine live games per week, the playoffs, and the NBA Finals

Watch on beIN Sports Connect

Germany Only

Free Trial

WOW (Germany)

29.99 EUR / month Official Live Broadcaster / Simulcast

Official domestic digital partner delivering weekly regular season games and playoff coverage with German commentary

Watch on WOW (Germany)

Works in United States

WNBA League Pass

$12.99 / month Exclusive Official Broadcaster

Watch on WNBA League Pass

Italy Only

NOW / Sky Go (Italy)

€19.99 / month (1 year contract) or €29.99 / month Official Live Broadcaster / Simulcast

Official subscription platform carrying live daily games, the NBA Cup, and the playoffs

Watch on NOW / Sky Go (Italy)

Spain Only

Free Trial

Movistar Plus+

~€49.00 - €59.00 / mo Official Live Broadcaster / Simulcast

Domestic subscription partner providing live coverage of regular season games and the playoffs

Watch on Movistar Plus+

UK Only

NOW / Sky Go

£14.99 (Day Pass) / £34.99 (Monthly) Official Live Broadcaster / Simulcast

Official subscription platform carrying live coverage of regular season games, weekend primetime, and the playoffs

Watch on NOW / Sky Go

Works in United States

ESPN Unlimited

$13.99 - $54.99/mo Official Live Broadcaster / Simulcast

Official digital broadcast partner carrying live coverage of ESPN package games including the championship game

Watch on ESPN Unlimited

Works in United States

Freesat

Free (Ad-Supported) Free-to-Air / Highlights Only

Free ad-supported platform delivering exclusive live games on Friday and Saturday game days

Watch on Freesat

Works in United States

Peacock

$8.99 - $19.99/mo Official Live Broadcaster / Simulcast

Official national digital partner delivering Monday night games, Coast-to-Coast Tuesday doubleheaders, and Sunday Night Basketball

Watch on Peacock

Works in United States

Free Trial

The Roku Channel

Free - $10.99/mo Free-to-Air / Highlights Only

Free ad-supported digital partner carrying weekly live regular season matchups and showcase action

Watch on The Roku Channel

Match Details & Schedule

Official kickoff timing and authorized broadcast breakdown.

Opening tip for Los Angeles Lakers vs. Sacramento Kings is slated for Thursday, October 8 at 10:30 PM. Regional sports networks and streaming rights for this NBA (2026) contest have been verified. Starting fives and active injury designations are released approximately 30 minutes before tip-off.

The directory below lists confirmed television networks, authorized provider apps carrying those channels, and direct tournament rights holders in your country.

Worldwide Broadcast & Streaming Rights Guide

United States

TV Channel: ESPN 2 US, Spectrum Sports, Spectrum SportsNet
Streaming Service: Apple TV+, DIRECTV Stream, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, Cox Contour, ESPN Unlimited, Optimum TV, Sling TV, Verizon Fios, Xfinity Stream, Amazon Prime Video, Freesat, NBA G League App, Peacock, The Roku Channel, NBA League Pass, WNBA League Pass

United Kingdom

Streaming Service: Amazon Prime Video UK, Amazon Prime Video, NBA G League App, NOW / Sky Go, NBA League Pass, WNBA League Pass

Canada

Streaming Service: Fubo TV (USA), Amazon Prime Video, NBA G League App, Sportsnet+, TSN Direct, NBA League Pass, WNBA League Pass

Australia

TV Channel: ESPN 2 Australia
Streaming Service: Discovery+, Foxtel, Kayo Sports, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, NBA G League App, NBA League Pass, WNBA League Pass

Spain

Streaming Service: Amazon Prime Video, Movistar Plus+, NBA G League App, NBA League Pass, WNBA League Pass

France

Streaming Service: Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video France, beIN Sports Connect, NBA G League App, NBA League Pass, WNBA League Pass

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Kickoff: 10:30 PM • Updated Thursday, October 8

Frequently Asked Questions

Broadcast rights, channel availability, and verified viewing options for Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings.

What TV channel is broadcasting Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings?

In supported regions, Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings is broadcast live on ESPN 2 Australia, ESPN 2 New Zealand, ESPN 2 US.

Where can I stream Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings online?

Official live coverage is available on Amazon Prime Video UK, Apple TV+, DIRECTV Stream. Trial passes are available from select providers.

When does Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings start?

The match kicks off on Thursday, October 8 at 10:30 PM. Use the local kickoff toggle above to convert to your timezone.

Why are some channels or streaming apps restricted in my country?

Broadcast licensing agreements are negotiated by country. A provider with rights in the UK may not hold rights in the US or Canada. Use the country selector above to view authorized options in your territory.

How are these broadcast listings verified?

All channel schedules and provider carriage maps are sourced directly from official tournament organizers, linear broadcast networks, and authorized digital distributors.

What if no linear channels are listed yet?

Television network schedules are typically confirmed 24 to 48 hours prior to the event. The directory updates automatically as official schedules are announced.

Head to Head Statistics

Historical match results and past fixture records between both teams.

2026-03-02	Los Angeles Lakers	128-104	Sacramento Kings
2025-12-29	Los Angeles Lakers	125-101	Sacramento Kings
2025-10-18	Los Angeles Lakers	116-117	Sacramento Kings
2024-12-29	Los Angeles Lakers	132-122	Sacramento Kings
2024-10-27	Los Angeles Lakers	131-127	Sacramento Kings

Broadcast Rights Checker

Verified by Stream2Watch Editorial Team, Live Sports Broadcast Research Desk