What channel and what time is the Cavs vs. Lakers game on? LeBron James returns

It's always special when LeBron James returns to Northeast Ohio to play against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

You never know how many more times he'll play basketball near his hometown of Akron.

James will be back at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse tonight when his Lakers take on the surging, undefeated Cavs.

For James it will be a little more special. His son Bronny James is still on the Lakers' roster as his move to the G League looms.

What's more, it's a showdown between two teams that got off to a fast start in the 2024-25 season. The Cavs enter the game as one of the only undefeated teams in the Eastern Conference – the other being the world champion Boston Celtics. The Lakers come to Cleveland 3-1 this season after losing 109-105 to the Phoenix Suns on Monday night.

Here's how to watch tonight's game:

While fans can no longer turn to Bally Sports, Cavs games will be televised this year on the renamed FanDuel Sports Ohio. Fans can also tune in via an NBA League Pass subscription (blackout restrictions may apply).

The tipoff is scheduled for Friday, October 25th at 7:30 p.m. ET.

What channel is FanDuel Sports Ohio with DirecTV on?

The rebranded FanDuel Sports Network is channel 660 for DirecTV customers in Ohio.

Are Cavs games on YouTube TV? Are you on Spectrum?

The games on FanDuel Sports Ohio are available to Spectrum cable subscribers. The channel is not available on YouTube TV.

How can I listen to the Cavs' home opener against the Lakers on the radio?

According to NBA.com, “all preseason, regular season and potential playoff games will be broadcast with play-by-play announcer Tim Alcorn and game analyst Jim Chones on Cavs flagship stations WTAM, Cleveland 1100 AM and 106.9 FM and throughout 30- Station Cavaliers AudioVerse.”

Who are the Cleveland Cavs TV announcers?

John Michael – Game by game
Brad Daugherty – Color analyst
“Mr. Cavalier” Austin Carr – “Cavaliers LIVE“Host of the pre- and postgame show.
Serena Winters – Side reporter
Cayleigh Griffin – “Cavaliers LIVE Host of the pre- and postgame show.

What happened to Campy Russell on Cavs broadcasts?

After spending 18 seasons at the network providing analysis on the pre- and post-game shows, Campy Russell will be taking a step back from the broadcast booth this year to focus his full attention on his work with Cavs alumni.

LeBron James stats for this season

In his 22nd season, James is averaging 20 points per game (a career low), 7 rebounds and 7.5 assists per game.

Bronny James stats for this season

Bronny James has only played in one game this season, the Lakers' season opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

He didn't score any points in that game, but did secure one rebound.