ESPN Los Angeles 710 will remain the radio home of the Los Angeles Lakers for the foreseeable future after the two sides agreed to an extension of their broadcast partnership. The station, which has served as the flagship for Lakers radio coverage since 2009, will continue to air every regular season game, as well as preseason and postseason matchups.
“Extending our longtime agreement with ESPN LA is a testament to the outstanding coverage and beloved personalities they offer Lakers fans,” said Lakers Chief Operating Officer and President of Business Operations Tim Harris. “For 15 seasons, ESPN LA has delivered a top-tier listening experience with energy and authenticity Lakers fans expect and we look forward to continuing that.”
The broadcast team of John Ireland and Mychal Thompson will once again handle game coverage. Ireland, who has called Lakers games on radio since 2011, will return for his 14th season as the team’s play-by-play voice. Thompson, a two-time NBA champion with the Lakers, will begin his 22nd year providing color commentary.
The partnership extension continues a relationship that has become central to both the franchise and the station’s identity. Sam Pines, Senior Vice President and Market Manager for ESPN LA, noted the importance of keeping Lakers basketball as a foundational part of the station’s programming.
“We are proud to continue our longstanding partnership with one of the most iconic franchises in sports,” Pines said. “Lakers basketball is part of the fabric of Los Angeles. It’s an honor for ESPN LA to bring the passion, excitement and tradition of the Lakers to fans across the Lakers Radio Network every game.”
In addition to terrestrial radio, games will be streamed on the ESPN LA app, and fans can follow daily sports updates and studio shows across ESPN Los Angeles’s digital platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, X and Twitch.
ESPN Los Angeles serves as the flagship station for several major teams including the Rams, Kings, LAFC, Angels and USC Trojans. With a blend of local personalities and national ESPN programming, the station has become a central destination for Southern California sports coverage.
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