
In a Lakers vs Warriors matchup at the Crypto.com Arena, the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Golden State Warriors with a final score of 120-112. LeBron James led the charge with an outstanding performance, scoring 42 points and securing 17 rebounds. Despite a valiant effort from Stephen Curry, who scored 37 points for the Warriors, the Lakers held their ground to secure their fourth consecutive win.
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Game Highlights
The Lakers started strong, establishing a commanding 26-point lead. James dominated the second quarter, scoring 18 points and propelling the Lakers ahead. However, the Warriors fought back with a 32-12 run, narrowing the deficit before halftime. Curry continued his impressive performance in the second half, adding 22 points.
The game remained intense as Curry narrowed the Lakers’ lead, but James responded with a crucial three-pointer, sealing the victory for the Lakers.
Player Statistics
Los Angeles Lakers:
- LeBron James: 42 points, 17 rebounds, 8 assists
- Austin Reaves: 23 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists
- Gabe Vincent: 5 three-pointers
Golden State Warriors:
- Stephen Curry: 37 points, 6 three-pointers
Key Moments
- LeBron James’s three-pointers in the second quarter shifted the game’s momentum.
- Stephen Curry’s 22 points in the second half kept the Warriors in contention.
- LeBron James became the oldest player in NBA history to record 30 points and 15 rebounds in a single game at 40.
Team Stats

Additional Context
Before the game, the Lakers had acquired Luka Doncic in a trade that sent Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks. The Warriors had also traded for Jimmy Butler, sending Andrew Wiggins to the Miami Heat. However, neither Doncic nor Butler played in this game.
Luka Doncic, who had been sidelined with a calf injury since Christmas Day, was expected to make his Lakers debut soon. Lakers coach JJ Redick mentioned that Doncic might play against the Indiana Pacers or the Utah Jazz.
What’s Next
The Lakers will face the Indiana Pacers, while the Warriors will take on the Chicago Bulls.
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