No player is bigger than the program.
The Los Angeles Lakers remain one of the NBA’s premier television attractions, even after LeBron James’ offseason departure.
The NBA has scheduled the Lakers for the maximum 34 nationally televised games during the 2026-27 regular season. Los Angeles joins the Philadelphia 76ers, New York Knicks, and San Antonio Spurs as the league’s most nationally featured teams.
The schedule reinforces the Lakers’ enduring appeal and the NBA’s confidence that the franchise will continue to draw large audiences. With Luka Dončić now leading the team, Los Angeles remains one of the league’s marquee brands despite entering a new era without James.
