Lakers vs. Warriors match: Steph Curry leads the Warriors to a comeback victory against the Lakers
Scores and updates from the Lakers vs. Warriors match: Steph Curry leads the Warriors to a comeback victory against the Lakers on opening night.
The Los Angeles Lakers got off to a quick start in their season opener, but the Golden State Warriors settled down in the second half to win 121-114 at STAPLES Center. Steph Curry led the way with a triple-double of 21 points, 10 assists, and 10 rebounds, while Jordan Poole chipped in with 20 points.
The Lakers' star duo of LeBron James and Anthony Davis were in fine form in the middle of the season, with James scoring 34 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists, while Davis added 33 points and 11 rebounds, but no other Laker scored in double figures. We've got all the live updates, highlights, stats, and scores from tonight's game if you missed any of the action.
The Final Score: Warriors 121, Lakers 114.
The Warriors win their first game of the season, outscoring the Lakers 68-55 in the second half.
The Warriors' ball movement is causing a lot of issues for the Lakers, as they are creating open shot after open shot. Andrew Wiggins connects on a three-pointer to push the advantage to nine points.
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On 41 made field goals, they have 30 assists.
- At the free throw line, the Lakers are squandering points. They've now failed to make five of their past six free throw attempts. The Warriors are up 112-103.
- Bijielica is stepping up for the Warriors in crunch time. With four minutes left, he has 15 points, 11 rebounds, and four assists.
- After catching LeBron James on the head, Nemanja Bjielica is called for a Flagrant 1. The Lakers receive the ball back after he goes 1-of-2 at the line. Avery Bradley hits a three-pointer to bring the game back to four points, 100-96.
- LeBron James moves up to 12th on the all-time 3-pointers made list with his fourth triple of the night.
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