LA Lakers to host two preseason games at Acrisure Arena in Greater Palm Springs

 Acrisure Arena today announced that the Los Angeles Lakers will host two thrilling preseason games as part of the Desert Duel, presented by Spotlight 29 Casino, at our world-class venue this October. Fans will have the opportunity to see the Lakers in action on Friday, October 4 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, October 6 at 6:30 p.m.

The Lakers will kick off their 2024-25 preseason at Acrisure Arena with a matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves on October 4 at 7:30 p.m. PT, followed by a game against the Phoenix Suns on October 6 at 6:30 p.m. PT. These games continue the Lakers' tradition of playing in the Coachella Valley, a region rich with the team's history, including past training camps and memorable preseason performances by legends like Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal.
 

TICKETS: These exciting preseason matchups will go on sale Monday, May 20, at 10 a.m. PT. Fans can purchase tickets via Ticketmaster, the official ticketing provider of Acrisure Arena or at the Acrisure Arena Ticketmaster box office.
 

Additionally, Acrisure Arena invites fans to experience an exclusive limited-capacity backyard playground just steps away from the action on stage. Fans can upgrade their ticket with a Golden Hour Pass for $165 to gain access to The Compound, a dedicated outdoor VIP premium space with an included hosted full-service bar (spirits for purchase) and generous buffet. The Compound includes cozy fire pits with couches for lounging, 9-hole mini golf, bocce ball, half-court basketball and pickle ball court, and more. Learn More HERE and then purchase for Friday, October 4, HERE, and Sunday, October 6, HERE.
 

The Desert Duel at Acrisure Arena is presented by Spotlight 29 Casino, a premier entertainment destination in Greater Palm Springs. This event promises to bring high-energy basketball and unforgettable moments to fans in the Coachella Valley.
 

Spectrum SportsNet will broadcast all Lakers preseason games, marking the network's 13th consecutive season as the exclusive regional broadcast home for the team. Additionally, all preseason games can be heard on the team’s flagship radio station, 710 AM ESPNLA, and in Spanish on KWKW 1330 AM.
 

The Los Angeles Lakers’ 2024-25 preseason schedule, presented by Delta Air Lines, the official airline of the Lakers, includes:
 

For more information about the Desert Duel at Acrisure Arena, visit acrisurearena.com or follow Acrisure Arena on social media for updates.