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What channel is Lakers vs. Thunder on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch Game 3 of NBA Playoffs series originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Oklahoma City Thunder have not lost a game in 27 days. Since the playoffs began, the Thunder are 6-0, sweeping the Suns and taking the first two games from the Lakers.
While there were certainly allegations of flopping waged against OKC in Game 2, they still resulted in a 125-107 victory. The Thunder also had three starters who scored at least 20 points in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and Ajay Mitchell.
The Lakers have been scuffling, winning just one of their last five contests. In Game 2 against the Thunder, they were thrilled to have Austin Reaves back in the starting five. After missing the first round of the playoffs due to injury, Reaves scored 31 points in 38 minutes for the Lakers.
Looking ahead to Game 3, the Lakers will need a more active presence on the boards after Deandre Ayton. He totaled 10 of the team's 30 rebounds with a -4 +/- in an 18-point loss. Should they gain the majority of possessions, find put-backs, and control the ball, the Lakers have a shot in this series.
For the Thunder, they need to stick to the plan. They distributed the ball well over a variety of players, without relying on Gilgeous-Alexander as a sole scoring threat. They also got excellent bench production in Game 2, with Jaren McCain and Cason Wallace scoring 18 and 12, respectively.
Here's what you need to know about Saturday's matchup between the Lakers and Thunder, including broadcast information and start time.
What channel is Lakers vs. Thunder on today?
- TV channel: ABC/ESPN
- Live stream: ESPN app
Lakers vs. Thunder Game 3 will be broadcast by ABC/ESPN and will stream live on the ESPN app.
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Lakers vs. Thunder start time
- Date: Saturday, May 9
- Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
Game 3 of the NBA Playoffs series between Lakers and Thunder is set to tip off at 8:30 p.m. ET from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California.
Lakers vs. Thunder series schedule
Oklahoma City leads series 2-0
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 5 | Game 1: Thunder 108, Lakers 90 | — | — |
| May 7 | Game 2: Thunder 125, Lakers 107 | — | — |
| May 9 | Game 3 at Los Angeles | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, ESPN app, DIRECTV |
| May 11 | Game 4 at Los Angeles | 10:30 p.m. | Prime Video |
| May 13 | Game 5* at Oklahoma City | TBA | TBA |
| May 16 | Game 6* at Los Angeles | TBA | TBA |
| May 18 | Game 7* at Oklahoma City | TBA | TBA |
* If necessary
NBA Playoffs bracket 2026
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NBA Playoffs schedule, key dates for 2026
Here are the key dates to know for the NBA Playoffs and offseason.
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Play-In Tournament | April 14-17 |
| First round begins | April 18 |
| Conference semifinals begin | May 4 |
| NBA Draft Lottery | May 10 |
| Eastern Conference finals begin | May 19* |
| Western Conference finals begin | May 20* |
| NBA Finals begin | June 3 |
| NBA Finals Game 7 (if necessary) | June 19 |
| NBA Draft | June 23-24 |
* Can move up depending on earlier series
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