How to Watch Boston Celtics vs. Los Angeles Lakers: Stream NBA Live, TV Channel

One of the fiercest rivalries in the NBA will be revived on Thursday when the LA Lakers face the Boston Celtic in Las Vegas.

The LA Lakers split the difference with the Boston Celtics for the second time in as many seasons last term, and the greatest rivalry in the NBA will take center stage in Thursday’s Summer League schedule. Both franchises have finished the last two NBA campaigns with one win apiece over one another, with the prospects set to shine when they collide at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. Both teams have won a single game thus far in the Vegas leg of Summer League but will look to advance their preparations for the 2025/26 season in a matchup that will mean that much more.

How to Watch Celtics vs. Lakers Today

Game Date: July 17, 2025

Start Time: 9 p.m. ET

Game Venue: Thomas & Mack Center, Las Vegas, Nevada

TV: NBC Sports Boston

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Bronny James looks set to take a piece of the spotlight once again as the 55th Draft pick looks to build some momentum as part of a franchise that’s accustomed to challenging for NBA honors.

Despite some pushback over his placement in the Draft and whether he deserved the call, James Jr put up some impressive numbers in Monday’s 67-58 defeat to the LA Clippers:

Bronny James vs. Clippers tonight:

17 PTS
5 REB
5 AST
6-10 FG
3-5 3PTpic.twitter.com/hrnsDA9d5I

— Underdog NBA (@UnderdogNBA) July 15, 2025

Bronny’s 17 points at the Thomas & Mack Center were a high for the Lakers, one point fewer than Cole Swider, who was on the court for almost seven minutes longer than the rookie.

The Celtics also lost in their latest outing despite a late attempt to rally against the Miami Heat, where Baylor Scheierman led the charge with 19 points and nine assists.

Rookie center Amari Williams played no part in Monday but could make a return to the line-up on Thursday as he looks to build on an impressive start to his Summer League campaign.

What Time Is The NBA Game Between the Celtics and the Lakers?

The Celtics and Lakers game will take place on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 9:00 p.m. ET. Tune in and catch some brilliant basketball action.

What Channel Is The Celtics and Lakers Game On?

Looking to watch this game? Fans in the Boston area can tune into NBC Sports Boston to see the action. Make sure you subscribe to Fubo now to watch this matchup, as well as numerous other sports leagues.

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