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Watch Knicks vs Lakers as two of the NBA's most storied and well-supported sides go head-to-head at the Crypto.com Arena in downtown Los Angeles on Sunday. As East meets West, both teams need a win to boost their chances of making this year's playoffs.
You can watch Knicks vs Lakers live streams from anywhere with a VPN.
Knicks vs Lakers live streams take place on Sunday, March 8.
► Time — 3:30 p.m. ET / 12:30 p.m. PT / 7:30 p.m. GMT / 6:30 a.m. AEDT (Mon.)
• U.S. — ESPN Unlimited / ABC via Sling TV
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When they met at the Garden last month, the Knicks strolled to a comfortable 12-point win despite a combined 52 points for LeBron and Luka — the former's final regular season game at the MSG. OG Anunoby and Landry Shamet both scored in excess of 20 points, while star playmaker Jalen Brunson added 13 assists to his 12-point haul. A big road win on Sunday will surely help propel Mike Brown's men further towards the dream of a first NBA finals in over 25 years.
Between LeBron's farewell tour and Luka Dončić's first full season on the West coast, it's been a patchy campaign for the Lakers. They've enjoyed big wins against the Warriors and Kings of late, however, and will want to take advantage of home-court setting for this one to continue that momentum towards the postseason.
The Lakers have by far the better head-to-head record (175 to 127), but come up against a strong Knicks outfit on Sunday. Here's how to live stream Knicks vs Lakers online and on TV and watch NBA 25/26 from anywhere in the world.
How to watch Knicks vs Lakers from anywhere
Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching this NBA game on your usual subscription?
You can still tune in to the Knicks vs Lakers live thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear as if they're back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. So ideal for viewers away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN. It's the best on the market:
How to watch Knicks vs Lakers live streams in the U.S.
In the U.S. the Knicks vs Lakers game is being shown on ABC.
It's worth noting, however, that NBA games are also shown on ESPN, ESPN2, NBC and NBA TV. The most cost-efficient way for cord cutters to tune in is via one of the best cable TV alternatives.
Sling TV will give you the most bang for your buck. Sling Blue includes local network affiliates from ABC and NBC (availability varies by market), while Sling Orange carries ESPN. Sling Orange and Sling Blue both start at $46/month, but you can combine them for $61/month.
You can add NBA TV via the $11/month Sports Extra add-on.
A Knicks vs Lakers live stream will also run on ESPN Unlimited, which carries ESPN Select and all ESPN channels, and costs from $29.99/month.
How to watch Lakers vs Knicks live streams in the U.K.
Amazon Prime Video is showing Lakers vs Knicks live streams in the U.K.
Prime costs £8.99/month or £95/year and a subscription includes all of its benefits, including the large video catalog and free next-day delivery on items bought from Amazon.co.uk.
It's also being shown on NBA League Pass, which starts at £16.99/month or £79.99 for the rest of the season.
If you're not in the U.K. right now but already subscribe to one of these services, use NordVPN to watch the NBA 2025/26 as if you were back at home.
Sky Sports also holds the TV rights to NBA basketball in the U.K. but hasn't selected this game for broadcast.
How to watch Knicks vs Lakers live streams in Canada
While some NBA games are shown on Sportsnet and TSN in Canada, this Knicks vs Lakers game will be available to NBA League Pass holders only.
It currently costs CA$19.99/month or $70 for the remainder of the season.
If you're visiting Canada from the U.S. you can still watch Knicks vs Lakers live streams by using a quality VPN like NordVPN to unlock your usual service.
How to watch Knicks vs Lakers live streams in Australia
Aussies will find Knicks vs Lakers live streams on ESPN via Foxtel.
Don't have Foxtel and don't want to subscribe? The game is also being shown on Kayo Sports, with its affordable, commitment-free plans starting from just AU$30/month, and hosting plenty of NFL, cricket, AFL, rugby, F1 and more. Anybody who hasn't used the service can get a 7-day FREE trial.
ESPN's Knicks vs Lakers coverage is available to live stream via Disney Plus, too. A subscription starts at AU$15.99/month or AU$159.99/year.
Alternatively, comprehensive NBA coverage is available through NBA League Pass, which starts at AU$24.99/month or AU$121.99 for the rest of the season.
Not in Australia right now? Simply use a VPN like NordVPN to watch NBA 2025/26 action on your account as if you were back home.
Knicks vs Lakers FAQ
What time is Knicks vs Lakers?
Knicks vs Lakers, from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, is at 12:30 p.m. PT (local time) on Sunday, March 7, 2026.
That's 3:30 p.m. ET / 7:30 p.m. GMT / 6:30 a.m. AEDT (Mon.).
Remember, the clocks change in the early hours of Sunday morning in the U.S., so be aware of the slightly different times if you're watching abroad, especially in the U.K. or Australia.
What is the Knicks vs Lakers NBA Finals history?
The Knicks and Lakers met in three NBA Finals in four years in the 1970s to establish a showdown East vs West rivalry.
The Knicks won in 1970 and 1973, sandwiched either side of the Lakers' victory in 1972.
The Knicks' 1973 triumph was their last NBA crown.
Can I watch NBA 2025/26 on my mobile?
The vast majority of broadcasters mentioned in this article have streaming services that you can access through mobile apps or via your phone's browser.
You can also stay up-to-date with the latest NBA news and plays on the official social media channels on X (@NBA), Instagram (nba), Facebook (NBA) TikTok (@nba) and YouTube (@NBA).
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