Golden State wiped out a 23-point first-quarter hole to level the game at halftime, but Los Angeles has edged back in front.
The Lakers’ 38-15 first quarter built a 23-point cushion, but Golden State answered with a 38-15 second to make it 53-53 at halftime. Luka Doncic led L.A. with 24 points, five assists and five rebounds, while Stephen Curry scored 14 and De’Anthony Melton added 13 for the Warriors. The 4-1 Lakers, ranked fifth in the power index, have since nudged ahead 55-53 early in the third against 2-3 Golden State, ranked 17th; Walker Kessler has four blocks and seven rebounds. From here, watch whether Golden State can sustain its second-quarter surge and whether L.A. can turn Kessler’s rim protection into control.
Key Performers
Luka Doncic (Lakers): 24 points, 5 assists, 5 rebounds Stephen Curry (Warriors): 14 points, 4 assists Walker Kessler (Lakers): 6 points, 7 rebounds, 4 blocks