NBA1/28/2026
Scheduled
TIME:7:00 PM UTC
CHANNEL:ESPN
VENUE:Rocket Arena
LOCATION:Cleveland, OH
LAL logo
LAL
26-16.619
Away Team
1st in Pacific DivisionLast5: W3L2
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25-20.556
CLE
CLE logo
Home Team
2nd in Central DivisionLast5: W3L2

AI Game Overview

Alright, sports fans, settle in! It's your favorite voice in the game, and we're about to dive headfirst into what promises to be a captivating NBA regular season clash. Mark your calendars for January 28th, 2026, because the Los Angeles Lakers, the storied franchise from Hollywood, are heading east to take on the Cleveland Cavaliers in their own stomping grounds.

Now, looking at the current season's narrative, both these teams have been carving out their own paths. The Lakers, as always, carry that immense weight of expectation, a legacy built on championships and superstar power. We've seen them navigate the ups and downs, looking to solidify their position as a true contender.

Meanwhile, the Cavaliers have been building something special. They've shown flashes of brilliance, a young core with grit and determination, and a home-court advantage that's tough to crack. They'll be looking to prove a point on their own hardwood against one of the league's most recognizable brands.

As for the betting lines, well, they're keeping us all on the edge of our seats, aren't they? With the moneyline and point spread currently null, this tells us one thing: the oddsmakers are seeing a real toss-up, a game where the outcome is far from decided. This isn't a night for the faint of heart; it's a battle where every possession, every defensive stand, and every clutch shot will be magnified.

So, get ready for a showdown that has all the ingredients for an instant classic. Will the Lakers' star power shine through on the road? Or will the Cavaliers defend their home turf with ferocity? Tune in on January 28th, 2026, because this is one you won't want to miss!

AI Matchup Overview

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Looking at the recent matchups between these two teams, the series is split 1-1 in the 2025 season. The Cleveland Cavaliers, playing as the away team in the first matchup, secured a victory over the Los Angeles Lakers with a score of 122-110. In their second encounter, the Lakers were the away team and lost to the Cavaliers, 110-134. The Cavaliers have shown a strong offensive capability in these games, scoring 122 and 134 points respectively, while the Lakers have scored 110 in both contests. The Cavaliers have also demonstrated a more dominant scoring margin in their wins. The Cavaliers are currently leading their division and are on a two-game winning streak, while the Lakers are in second place and have a one-game winning streak. Given the Cavaliers' recent offensive output and their current form, they appear to have a slight edge.

Previous Matchups

2025Dec 31
CLE122
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110LAL
2025Oct 30
LAL110
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134CLE

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Player Statistics

LAL logoLAL

Luka Dončić
Luka Dončić
PG • #77
Points
1170
Field Goals Made
368
Three Pointers Made
120
Free Throws Made
314
Effective Field Goals Percentage
54.1%
Austin Reaves
Austin Reaves
SG • #15
Points
612
Field Goals Made
189
Three Pointers Made
62
Free Throws Made
172
Effective Field Goals Percentage
59.0%
LeBron James
LeBron James
SF • #23
Points
585
Field Goals Made
216
Three Pointers Made
41
Free Throws Made
112
Effective Field Goals Percentage
55.5%
Deandre Ayton
Deandre Ayton
C • #5
Points
520
Field Goals Made
239
Free Throws Made
42
Effective Field Goals Percentage
68.1%
Jake LaRavia
Jake LaRavia
PF • #12
Points
407
Field Goals Made
146
Three Pointers Made
51
Free Throws Made
64
Effective Field Goals Percentage
54.4%
Rui Hachimura
Rui Hachimura
PF • #28
Points
396
Field Goals Made
155
Three Pointers Made
57
Free Throws Made
29
Effective Field Goals Percentage
59.5%
Marcus Smart
Marcus Smart
PG • #36
Points
340
Field Goals Made
111
Three Pointers Made
56
Free Throws Made
62
Effective Field Goals Percentage
50.9%
Jaxson Hayes
Jaxson Hayes
C • #11
Points
221
Field Goals Made
90
Three Pointers Made
1
Free Throws Made
40
Effective Field Goals Percentage
76.9%
Dalton Knecht
Dalton Knecht
SG • #4
Points
172
Field Goals Made
66
Three Pointers Made
29
Free Throws Made
11
Effective Field Goals Percentage
53.0%
Jarred Vanderbilt
Jarred Vanderbilt
SF • #2
Points
167
Field Goals Made
64
Three Pointers Made
17
Free Throws Made
22
Effective Field Goals Percentage
54.5%

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Donovan Mitchell
Donovan Mitchell
SG • #45
Points
1183
Field Goals Made
409
Three Pointers Made
155
Free Throws Made
210
Effective Field Goals Percentage
57.4%
Evan Mobley
Evan Mobley
PF • #4
Points
690
Field Goals Made
265
Three Pointers Made
46
Free Throws Made
114
Effective Field Goals Percentage
56.0%
De'Andre Hunter
De'Andre Hunter
SF • #12
Points
555
Field Goals Made
187
Three Pointers Made
67
Free Throws Made
114
Effective Field Goals Percentage
49.7%
Jaylon Tyson
Jaylon Tyson
SF • #20
Points
541
Field Goals Made
207
Three Pointers Made
80
Free Throws Made
47
Effective Field Goals Percentage
61.4%
Darius Garland
Darius Garland
PG • #10
Points
467
Field Goals Made
170
Three Pointers Made
59
Free Throws Made
68
Effective Field Goals Percentage
53.1%
Jarrett Allen
Jarrett Allen
C • #31
Points
445
Field Goals Made
174
Three Pointers Made
1
Free Throws Made
96
Effective Field Goals Percentage
59.2%
Sam Merrill
Sam Merrill
SG • #5
Points
331
Field Goals Made
108
Three Pointers Made
85
Free Throws Made
30
Effective Field Goals Percentage
65.2%
Nae'Qwan Tomlin
Nae'Qwan Tomlin
PF • #30
Points
210
Field Goals Made
84
Three Pointers Made
14
Free Throws Made
28
Effective Field Goals Percentage
51.4%
Dean Wade
Dean Wade
PF • #32
Points
201
Field Goals Made
68
Three Pointers Made
41
Free Throws Made
24
Effective Field Goals Percentage
50.6%
Craig Porter Jr.
Craig Porter Jr.
PG • #9
Points
194
Field Goals Made
78
Three Pointers Made
23
Free Throws Made
15
Effective Field Goals Percentage
53.9%

Current Season Games

LAL logoLAL

L@ LAC104 - 112
W@ DEN115 - 107
Wvs TOR110 - 93
L@ POR116 - 132
Lvs CHA117 - 135
Wvs ATL141 - 116
L@ SAC112 - 124
Lvs MIL101 - 105
L@ SA91 - 107
W@ NO111 - 103
Wvs MEM120 - 114
Wvs MEM128 - 121
Lvs DET106 - 128
Wvs SAC125 - 101
Lvs HOU96 - 119
L@ PHO108 - 132
L@ LAC88 - 103
W@ UTA143 - 135
W@ PHO116 - 114
Lvs SA119 - 132
W@ PHI112 - 108
L@ BOS105 - 126
W@ TOR123 - 120
Lvs PHO108 - 125
Wvs NO133 - 121
Wvs DAL129 - 119
Wvs LAC135 - 118
W@ UTA108 - 106
Wvs UTA140 - 126
W@ MIL119 - 95
W@ NO118 - 104
L@ OKC92 - 121
W@ CHA121 - 111
L@ ATL102 - 122
Wvs SA118 - 116
W@ POR123 - 115
Wvs MIA130 - 120
W@ MEM117 - 112
W@ MIN116 - 115
Lvs POR108 - 122
W@ SAC127 - 120
Wvs MIN128 - 110
Lvs GS109 - 119

CLE logoCLE

W@ CHA94 - 87
Lvs OKC104 - 136
W@ PHI117 - 115
W@ PHI133 - 107
Lvs UTA112 - 123
Wvs MIN146 - 134
L@ MIN122 - 131
W@ IND120 - 116
Lvs DET110 - 114
Wvs DEN113 - 108
Wvs PHO129 - 113
W@ SA113 - 101
L@ HOU100 - 117
L@ NY124 - 126
Wvs NO141 - 118
Wvs CHA139 - 132
Lvs CHI125 - 136
L@ CHI111 - 127
Lvs CHA111 - 119
W@ WAS130 - 126
Lvs GS94 - 99
Wvs SA130 - 117
Lvs POR110 - 122
W@ IND135 - 119
Lvs BOS115 - 117
L@ ATL123 - 130
L@ TOR99 - 110
Wvs LAC120 - 105
Wvs IND120 - 109
Lvs HOU104 - 114
Wvs MIL118 - 106
Wvs MEM108 - 100
Lvs TOR113 - 126
W@ MIA130 - 116
L@ MIA138 - 140
Wvs CHI128 - 122
W@ WAS148 - 115
Wvs PHI132 - 121
Wvs ATL117 - 109
Lvs TOR101 - 112
L@ BOS105 - 125
W@ DET116 - 95
Wvs MIL118 - 113
W@ BKN131 - 124
L@ NY111 - 119

Previous Season Games

LAL logoLAL

Lvs MIN96 - 103
L@ MIN113 - 116
L@ MIN104 - 116
Wvs MIN94 - 85
Lvs MIN95 - 117
L@ POR81 - 109
Wvs HOU140 - 109
W@ DAL112 - 97
L@ OKC120 - 136
W@ OKC126 - 99
Wvs NO124 - 108
Lvs GS116 - 123
Wvs HOU104 - 98
W@ MEM134 - 127
L@ CHI117 - 119
W@ IND120 - 119
L@ ORL106 - 118
Lvs CHI115 - 146
Lvs MIL89 - 118
Wvs DEN120 - 108
Wvs SA125 - 109
Wvs PHO107 - 96
L@ DEN126 - 131
L@ MIL106 - 126
L@ BKN108 - 111
L@ BOS101 - 111
Wvs NY113 - 109
Wvs NO136 - 115
Wvs LAC108 - 102
Wvs LAC106 - 102
Wvs MIN111 - 102
Wvs DAL107 - 99
W@ DEN123 - 100
W@ POR110 - 102
Lvs CHA97 - 100
L@ UTA119 - 131
Wvs UTA132 - 113
Wvs IND124 - 117
Wvs GS120 - 112
W@ LAC122 - 97
W@ NY128 - 112
W@ WAS134 - 96
L@ PHI104 - 118
W@ CHA112 - 107
W@ GS118 - 108
Wvs BOS117 - 96
Wvs WAS111 - 88
L@ LAC102 - 116
Wvs BKN102 - 101
Wvs MIA117 - 108
Lvs SA102 - 126
L@ DAL97 - 118
L@ HOU115 - 119
Wvs ATL119 - 102
Wvs POR114 - 106
Lvs CLE110 - 122
Wvs SAC132 - 122
W@ GS115 - 113
Lvs DET114 - 117
W@ SAC103 - 99
W@ SAC113 - 100
Wvs MEM116 - 110
L@ MIN87 - 97
Wvs POR107 - 98
L@ ATL132 - 134
L@ MIA93 - 134
L@ MIN80 - 109
W@ UTA105 - 104
Lvs OKC93 - 101
W@ SA119 - 101
L@ PHO100 - 127
Lvs DEN102 - 127
Lvs ORL118 - 119
Wvs UTA124 - 118
W@ NO104 - 99
W@ SA120 - 115
Wvs MEM128 - 123
Wvs TOR123 - 103
Wvs PHI116 - 106
L@ MEM114 - 131
L@ DET103 - 115
W@ TOR131 - 125
L@ CLE110 - 134
L@ PHO105 - 109
Wvs SAC131 - 127
Wvs PHO123 - 116
Wvs MIN110 - 103

CLE logoCLE

Lvs IND105 - 114
L@ IND109 - 129
W@ IND126 - 104
Lvs IND119 - 120
Lvs IND112 - 121
W@ MIA138 - 83
W@ MIA124 - 87
Wvs MIA121 - 112
Wvs MIA121 - 100
Lvs IND118 - 126
W@ NY108 - 102
L@ IND112 - 114
Wvs CHI135 - 113
Lvs SAC113 - 120
W@ SA114 - 113
Wvs NY124 - 105
Wvs LAC127 - 122
L@ DET122 - 133
Wvs SA124 - 116
W@ POR122 - 111
W@ UTA120 - 91
L@ PHO112 - 123
L@ SAC119 - 123
L@ LAC119 - 132
Lvs ORL103 - 108
W@ MEM133 - 124
Wvs BKN109 - 104
W@ MIL112 - 100
W@ CHA118 - 117
Wvs MIA112 - 107
W@ CHI139 - 117
Wvs POR133 - 129
W@ BOS123 - 116
W@ ORL122 - 82
Wvs MEM129 - 123
Wvs NY142 - 105
W@ BKN110 - 97
W@ TOR131 - 108
Wvs MIN128 - 107
W@ WAS134 - 124
W@ DET118 - 115
Lvs BOS105 - 112
Wvs DAL144 - 101
Wvs ATL137 - 115
W@ MIA126 - 106
Wvs DET110 - 91
Lvs HOU131 - 135
L@ PHI129 - 132
L@ HOU108 - 109
Wvs PHO118 - 92
W@ MIN124 - 117
L@ OKC114 - 134
W@ IND127 - 117
Lvs IND93 - 108
Wvs TOR132 - 126
Wvs OKC129 - 122
Wvs CHA115 - 105
W@ DAL134 - 122
W@ LAL122 - 110
W@ GS113 - 95
W@ DEN149 - 135
Wvs UTA124 - 113
Wvs PHI126 - 99
Wvs MIL124 - 101
W@ BKN130 - 101
Wvs WAS115 - 105
L@ MIA113 - 122
W@ CHA116 - 102
Wvs DEN126 - 114
Wvs WAS118 - 87
Wvs BOS115 - 111
L@ ATL101 - 117
Lvs ATL124 - 135
Wvs TOR122 - 108
Wvs NO128 - 100
L@ BOS117 - 120
Wvs CHA128 - 114
Wvs CHI144 - 126
W@ PHI114 - 106
W@ CHI119 - 113
Wvs BKN105 - 100
Wvs GS136 - 117
W@ NO131 - 122
Wvs MIL116 - 114
W@ MIL114 - 113
Wvs ORL120 - 109
Wvs LAL134 - 110
W@ NY110 - 104
W@ WAS135 - 116
Wvs DET113 - 101
W@ TOR136 - 106