LeBron James has been looking like his usual self after missing multiple games with a groin injury.
Since returning to the Lakers’ starting lineup on Nov. 25, the four-time NBA MVP has averaged 28.0 points, 8.3 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.3 steals per game while shooting 50 percent from the field and 3-point range. He most recently scored a game-high 31 points in Los Angeles’ 128-109 win over the Trail Blazers.
But tougher tests lie ahead. James and the Lakers will start a difficult six-game road trip with a battle against Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks on Friday.
“Obviously, on your first road trip when you have a new group, it’s always challenging,” James said. “It’s a beautiful thing, though. You continue to grow. You get to grow a lot with one another, so I’m looking forward to it.”
Here is everything you need to know about Lakers vs. Bucks, including TV and streaming options for the game.
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Is LeBron James playing vs. Bucks tonight?
James is still listed on the Lakers’ official injury report with a left adductor strain. He is considered probable.
He was given the probable designation before the game against the Trail Blazers, so the expectation is that he will suit up against the Bucks.
What channel is Lakers vs. Bucks on?
- Date: Friday, Dec. 2
- TV channel: ESPN
- Live streaming: Sling TV
Lakers vs. Bucks will air on ESPN. Viewers can also stream the game on Sling TV.
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Lakers vs. Bucks start time
- Date: Friday, Dec. 2
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Lakers vs. Bucks will tip off around 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday, Dec. 2. The game will be played at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee.
Lakers schedule 2022-23
Here are Los Angeles’ next five games of the 2022-23 regular season:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV channel |
| Dec. 2 | at Bucks | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN |
| Dec. 4 | at Wizards | 6 p.m. | — |
| Dec. 6 | at Cavaliers | 7:30 p.m. | TNT |
| Dec. 7 | at Raptors | 7:30 p.m. | — |
| Dec. 9 | at 76ers | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN |
Bucks schedule 2022-23
Here are Milwaukee’s next five games of the 2022-23 regular season:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV channel |
| Dec. 2 | vs. Lakers | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN |
| Dec. 3 | at Hornets | 6 p.m. | — |
| Dec. 5 | at Magic | 7 p.m. | — |
| Dec. 7 | vs. Kings | 8 p.m. | — |
| Dec. 9 | at Mavericks | 10 p.m. | ESPN |