Who is favored to win the Lakers vs. Spurs game on January 7, 2026?

While the Spurs are predicted to win 120-115, the outcome is uncertain due to numerous player injuries on both the Lakers and Spurs.

What are the injury impacts for the Lakers vs. Spurs game?

Both the Lakers and Spurs have several key players listed as questionable or out due to injuries, significantly impacting their rosters.

How does the January 7, 2026, Lakers-Spurs game affect playoff seeding?

This game is critical for playoff positioning, as the Lakers and Spurs are currently second and third in the Western Conference standings.

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Short-handed Lakers face Spurs in playoff seeding battle

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Summary

Lakers and Spurs face off on January 7, 2026, for playoff positioning.
Key players on both teams are sidelined due to injuries.
The Spurs are second in the West, Lakers are third in the standings.

Short-handed Lakers face Spurs in playoff seeding battle

The Los Angeles Lakers are visiting the San Antonio Spurs on January 7, 2026, in a Western Conference matchup critical for playoff seeding. Both teams are positioned near the top of the standings, with the Spurs second and the Lakers third, making this game a significant determinant of their postseason trajectories. Injuries are poised to heavily influence this contest, with multiple starters on both rosters listed as questionable or already ruled out. These absences elevate the importance of depth players and team rotations, especially given both teams' high-scoring offenses. A precise date for the game is January 7, 2026. Players like LeBron James and Victor Wembanyama are questionable, while others such as Rui Hachimura and Devin Vassell are out. The Lakers enter the game on a three-game winning streak, while the Spurs have lost their last two. The game is scheduled to tip off at 9:30 p.m. ET.