How to watch the Los Angeles Lakers vs. the Dallas Mavericks livestream for free

What do you need to know about the Lakers vs. the Mavericks matchup?

• The Los Angeles Lakers are 8-2 in their last 10 games. The team is incredible, with Luka Dončić in the starting 5, and is now a Western Conference favorite. 
• The Dallas Mavericks are 5-5 in their last 10 games. They gave the Lakers Luka and gained Anthony Davis (who is injured...again). 
• The surprise could come from an emboldened Mavericks offense that looks to prove that it functions fine without their star, Luka Dončić, in the lineup. The Mavs are going to play — hard. 
• The Los Angeles Lakers are favored to win this matchup.

Potential Opening and Best Betting Odds Spread for the Lakers vs. the Mavericks tonight:

LA Lakers -9 (-110) vs. Dallas Mavericks +9.5 (-115)

*Please note that the provided betting odds are for informational and research purposes only, subject to change and potentially not reflecting real-time market conditions

What channels are broadcasting the Lakers vs. the Mavericks on Tuesday night?

Lakers fans who want to catch every game need a TV service that carries Spectrum Sportsnet, the team’s regional sports partner for the regular season and locally aired games. You’ll also want access to ESPN, ABC, TNT,  NBA TV and ABC. The Lakers will be must-see TV NBA games with LeBron and Luka in the starting 5 — plus, Luka plays against his former teammates on the Mavs tonight. There will be smoke. 

Below is a look at which live TV streaming platforms carry each sports channel so you can find the best option for your needs: 

How to stream the Lakers vs. the Mavericks on DIRECTV STREAM with a 5-day free trial

DIRECTV STREAM is the best option for Lakers fans. Here, you won't miss a second of the on-court action of the West Coast titan rivalry. The platform carries Spectrum Sportsnet, ESPN, ABC, TNT and NBA TV. On top of that, you’ll also have access to unlimited recording space to record every game this season. 

How to watch the Los Angeles Lakers vs. the Dallas Mavericks on Hulu + Live TV with 3-day free trial

Hulu + Live TV comes with more than 95 channels, unlimited DVR storage and access to Hulu's unique on-demand library. It's a great choice to catch the Lakers vs. the Dallas Mavericks tonight. On the channel front, you can stream Lakers games on ABC, ESPN and TNT. A subscription also gets you access to Disney Plus and even more live sports on ESPN Plus. 

How to stream the Lakers vs. the Mavericks on Fubo with a 7-day free trial

Fubo is an excellent live TV streaming platform for sports fans. And, while you'll get access to the Lakers vs. the Mavericks Tuesday night, you'll also gain access to many other sports-related content. Its base package features over 211 channels, unlimited DVR and the ability to stream from 10 devices simultaneously. 

Watch the Los Angeles Lakers vs. the Dallas Mavericks plus out-of-market games with NBA League Pass 7-day free trial

NBA League Pass works best for Lakers fans not living in or around Los Angeles. This over-the-top service lets you access live streams of NBA games outside your viewing market, including the Lakers vs. the Mavericks showdown, abbreviated game replays, and other content. For games you can’t access due to blackout restrictions, you can watch them three days after their original air date.

Remember, a free trial for NBA League Pass can only be accessed through other platforms, like Amazon Prime.

FAQ

Where can I watch the Lakers vs. the Mavericks on Tuesday, February 25th, for free?

There is a slim chance you used all your free trial options with DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, and Hulu, which can also provide free trial access to NBA League Pass. Try out a free trial with any of these platforms and get Luka and Lebron's Lakers vs. the Dallas Mavericks for a limited time in what promises to be a heated matchup. Remember to check if the game tonight is blacked out in your region.

What streaming service is the Lakers game on?

You can find nationally televised Lakers games on Sling TV, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV and Fubo. If you want access to regional broadcasts, you’ll need DIRECTV STREAM within the LA viewing area.

Is there an app to watch the Lakers?

The official Lakers app is a great way to keep up with scores, live updates, tickets and highlights, but it doesn’t include live games. To watch live Lakers games on your mobile device, you’ll need your live TV streaming service’s app or the NBA app with a subscription to Spectrum Sportsnet Plus or NBA League Pass.

Can I watch Lakers games on ESPN Plus?

ESPN Plus only streams select NBA games. Very few, if any, Lakers games stream on the platform.