Los Angeles Lakers vs San Antonio Spurs injury report: Injured and questionable players, where to watch, team stats, and more (Jan 7, 2026)

The Los Angeles Lakers visit the San Antonio Spurs on January 7, 2026, in a Western Conference matchup that matters for playoff positioning. The season series is tied, and both teams are near the top of the standings.

Injuries will likely shape how this game plays out. Several starters on both sides are either questionable or ruled out, which puts pressure on depth players and rotations. With both teams scoring at a high rate, small lineup changes could decide the outcome.

Los Angeles Lakers vs San Antonio Spurs Injury Report (Jan 7, 2026)

Several key players may not be available.

Los Angeles Lakers

• LeBron James: Questionable (left foot joint arthritis, right sciatica)

• Rui Hachimura: Out (right calf strain)

• Austin Reaves: Out (left calf/gastrocnemius strain)

• Gabe Vincent: Questionable/Out (lumbar back strain)

• Adou Thiero: Out (right knee/MCL sprain)

San Antonio Spurs

• Victor Wembanyama: Questionable (left knee bone bruise)

• Devin Vassell: Out (left adductor strain)

With these absences, players such as Jake LaRavia for the Lakers and Stephon Castle for the Spurs are expected to see more minutes.

Los Angeles Lakers vs San Antonio Spurs Game Details and Context (Jan 7, 2026)

The game tips off at 9:30 p.m. ET at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio. The Lakers are 23-11 and third in the West, coming in on a three-game winning streak. The Spurs are 25-11, second in the conference, but have dropped their last two games.

Both teams average more than 117 points per game. The Lakers have been strong on the road at 13-5, while the Spurs have a solid 12-5 record at home.

How to Watch Tonight's Los Angeles Lakers vs San Antonio Spurs Game (Jan 7, 2026)

The game will air on ESPN. Local broadcasts are available on SportsNet LA and Fox Sports Southwest. Streaming options include Fubo, Prime Video, and the ESPN app. SiriusXM will carry the radio broadcast on channel 86.

Team Stats Comparison

Key Players for Lakers and Spurs

Luka Doncic leads the Los Angeles Lakers with 33.5 points and 8.7 assists per game. LeBron James averages between 19.6 and 21.7 points when available. For San Antonio Spurs, De’Aaron Fox averages 21.7 points and 5.6 assists, while Stephon Castle adds 12.8 points and 4.6 assists.

Lakers vs Spurs Head-to-Head and Prediction for Jan 7

The Lakers won the first meeting on November 5, 118-116, with Doncic scoring 35 points. The Spurs won the December 10 NBA Cup game 132-119, led by Castle’s 30 points. The Lakers are 7-3 over the last 10 meetings.

If Wembanyama plays, San Antonio’s edge on the boards at home could matter. With both teams short-handed, expect a close game. Prediction: Spurs 120, Lakers 115.