The Memphis Grizzlies will open their first game of NBA Cup play against the Los Angeles Lakers at FedExForum (8:30 p.m. CT, Prime Video). Memphis (3-2) finished off a two-game road trip with a win against the Phoenix Suns on Oct.

Luka Doncic reaching the 40-point mark in a game is becoming a common theme through the early weeks of this season.

The Los Angeles Lakers face the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025 (10/31/25) in a regular season NBA game at FedEx Forum in Memphis, Tenn.

It’s that time of the season again where Fridays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays will be about the NBA Cup, which will take place from Oct. 31 to Dec. 16. Starting with group play, the Lakers will play one game against each opponent in their group with two games at home and two on the road.

If I stop now, it was all for nothing. ” That’s been Luka Doncic’s mantra since joining the LA Lakers, focused on winning his first championship.

The Los Angeles Lakers have been dealing with injuries to key players to start the season. LeBron James started the year on the injured list, then Luka Doncic picked up an injury after just two games.

Reaves has stepped up as the Lakers’ primary option — and he’s making opposing teams pay for it. Head coach JJ Redick told him heading into the season that this team belongs to him just as much as it does to the stars.

Here's what you need to know about the NBA game between the Timberwolves and the Lakers, including broadcast information and start time.