The Knicks’ early season slump (2‑4) is blamed on fatigue, with Josh Hart noting lingering tiredness after a 98‑93 loss to Philadelphia despite Karl‑Anthony Towns’ 22 points. In Los Angeles, Austin Reaves admits his poor play—eight turnovers in a 112‑95 defeat to Golden State that erased a 25‑point lead—while promising to improve chemistry. Brooklyn’s Nets tumble to 0‑5 after a 110‑94 loss to Detroit, plagued by 13 turnovers in two quarters, prompting Coach Jordi Fernandez to criticize the team’s loss of energy. All three clubs cite execution and stamina issues as they seek a turnaround.
LeBron James sparks a national‑anthem debate after a video shows him swinging a golf club during "The Star‑Spangled Banner" ahead of the 76ers’ season opener, drawing criticism from Charles Barkley, former President Trump and former players. Former NBA star Eddie Johnson then points to Denver’s Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, who were filmed stretching during the same song, questioning a double standard. Ex‑player Jason Williams adds his take, insisting players must remain completely still, though the NBA’s policy only requires a respectful posture. With no fines issued to James and no official NBA comment, the controversy over anthem conduct remains unresolved.
Stephen Curry enthralled his teammates with an ankle-breaking crossover of Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Dončić during the Golden State Warriors' 112-95 home win on Friday night.
Austin Reaves had the perfect one-word summary about the Los Angeles Lakers blowing a 25-point lead to the Golden State Warriors in Friday's 112-95 loss to the Golden State Warriors.
The Los Angeles Lakers fall to the Golden State Warriors 112-95 on Oct. 31, 2026, marking their second loss of the 2026-27 season. After a 38-15 first‑quarter surge, the Lakers couldn’t sustain momentum; the Warriors tied the game at halftime and pulled away in the fourth. Luka Doncic leads LA with 37 points, seven rebounds and five assists, while Austin Reaves adds 21. Despite out‑rebounding opponents and recording 11 blocks, the Lakers allowed four more second‑chance points and lacked secondary scoring, as Walker Kessler shot only 4‑of‑7. The team seeks a turnaround against the Toronto Raptors Sunday at 6 p.m. PT.
Lakers head coach JJ Redick laments the NBA’s inconsistent enforcement of flopping technicals as his team endures a rash of calls early in the season. After Ziaire Williams receives a post‑game fine and Jarred Vanderbilt is hit with a technical, the Lakers also see Brandin Podziemski’s theatrical move go unpunished. Redick points out that officials differ on what counts as “theatrical” versus legitimate contact, leaving the Lakers searching for consistency. He notes the lack of a clear standard for flopping, suggesting the rule may need re‑evaluation to avoid uneven penalties.
Steph Curry leaves Luka Doncic sprawled on the floor after a jaw‑dropping ankle‑breaker in a Warriors‑Lakers clash on October 31, 2026. In a post‑game interview shared on X, Curry says he was simply looking for a little space and didn’t expect the move to be “that nasty,” adding he hasn’t felt that open in a long time. Teammate De’Anthony Melton admits he missed the play live, then saw Doncic hit the hardwood on replay. Curry’s surprise underscores the routine brilliance of his ball‑handling that continues to trouble elite defenders.
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry reacted to his crossover against Luka Doncic, which left the Los Angeles Lakers guard off balance and gave Curry a wide-open opportunity.
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Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg gushes over Stephen Curry’s ankle‑breaking move that dropped Luka Doncic to the floor before Curry nailed a 3‑pointer in Golden State’s 112‑95 win over the Lakers on Oct. 31, 2026. The play helped the Warriors erase a 25‑point deficit and clinch their third straight victory, lifting them to a 3‑3 record. Lendeborg, who previously critiqued Doncic, called the moment a major energy boost and praised Curry as “big bro.” The win sets up a matchup against the Clippers Sunday.
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After Stephen Curry dazzled the Los Angeles Lakers with a jaw‑dropping ankle‑breaker that left Luka Doncic on the floor, Warriors guard De’Anthony Melton gave a hilariously candid reaction. In a video posted to X, Melton admits he missed the play entirely, saying, “Next thing you know, I look back and dude on the floor,” and vows to rewatch the highlight to figure out what happened. His bewildered response underscores Curry’s continued ability to stun even his own teammates and fuels the viral buzz around the game‑changing move.
Former player‑turned‑analyst JJ Redick lashes out at inconsistent flopping calls after the Lakers’ 112‑95 collapse to the Warriors in the NBA Cup opener on Oct. 31, 2026. Redick cited a non‑call on Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski and argued that officials treat offensive and defensive flops differently. He also blamed the Lakers’ lack of problem‑solving and connectivity, noting they shot just 5‑for‑22 in the second quarter while Golden State hit 22 threes, with Stephen Curry scoring 31 points and Podziemski adding 21. Despite the referee grievance, Redick gave credit to the Warriors’ shooting surge and warned the Lakers must find their own answers.
On October 31, 2026, the Lakers surrendered a 25‑point lead to the Warriors, losing 117‑100. The game’s standout moment was Steph Curry’s lethal crossover that sent Luka Dončić to the floor, followed by a clutch three‑pointer that sparked a 17‑point swing. Play‑by‑play announcer Michael Grady’s electrifying call captured the drama, while Curry finished with 31 points and later broke down the play on the Amazon Prime post‑game show. Dončić, despite averaging 36.2 PPG this season, couldn’t match Curry’s 38‑year‑old wizardry, turning the highlight into a viral sensation.
After a fiery first matchup against Luka Dončić in the season opener, Yaxel Lendeborg got a measure of revenge against the Los Angeles Lakers' superstar guard with plenty of help from Stephen Curry in the Golden State Warriors' 112-95 victory on Friday night.
Austin Reaves vows to be better as the Lakers lose in stunning fashion to the Warriors.
The Los Angeles Lakers empowered Austin Reaves as Luka Doncic’s co-star, but he still needs to figure out what that entails.
The Lakers suffer a shocking 112–95 loss to the Warriors in Game 6, blowing a 25‑point lead and dropping to 4‑2 early in the season. Stephen Curry tops the box score with 31 points, while Luka Dončić puts up a career‑highlight 37 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists, responsible for 34 of the Lakers’ first‑quarter points. However, rookie Yaxel Lendeborg contributes just six points, commits five turnovers and fouls out, leaving a –20 plus/minus. The article dissects the collapse, citing turnovers, bench lapses and the Warriors’ hot three‑point shooting, and warns the new Lakers squad must learn to handle adversity.
Steph Curry drains eight threes as the Warriors erase a 25-point deficit against the Lakers.
The Lakers squandered a 25‑point lead to fall 112–95 to the Warriors in their NBA Cup opener, prompting three‑time champion James Worthy to highlight a major issue for Luka Doncic’s squad. Doncic erupted for 37 points in the first quarter, but the team missed 15 straight threes and went 11‑of‑39 from deep, while the bench contributed just seven points versus Golden State’s 50. turnovers plagued the Lakers, with Austin Reaves handing off eight giveaways. Worthy warned the lack of lead‑protecting discipline and poor bench play could haunt the Lakers early in the season. Doncic remains optimistic, but the supporting cast must step up as the Lakers head into a matchup with a Kawhi‑less Toronto Raptors.
JJ Redick feels it all started going wrong for the Lakers in the second quarter against the Warriors.
The Miami Heat open Emirates NBA Cup play with a 145-125 win over a short‑handed Indiana Pacers, improving to 1‑0 in Group B and 2‑4 overall. Giannis Antetokounmpo records a triple‑double while Bam Adebayo drops a season‑high 27 points and Klay Thompson contributes 25 for his best game in a Heat jersey. Miami shoots 58.1% from the field, 45% from three and tallies 38 assists, outscoring Indiana 67‑46 in the middle two quarters. The Pacers, missing Tyrese Haliburton and Obi Toppin, fall to 2‑4. The Heat now head to a West Coast road trip starting Nov. 2 against the Lakers.
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Yaxel Lendeborg thanked his Warriors teammates for having his back after he struggled against Luka Doncic and the Lakers.
The Warriors rallied from a 25‑point deficit to beat the Lakers 112‑95, marking the first 25‑point comeback that turned into a 17‑point win in the NBA’s modern era. Stephen Curry spearheaded the surge, while Luka Dončić led the Lakers. Player grades highlight Draymond Green’s A‑minus defensive effort and playmaking, Brandin Podziemski’s 21‑point breakout, and struggles from Gui Santos (B‑) and Yaxel Lendeborg (D). The piece breaks down stats, true‑shooting percentages and key moments, offering a detailed look at why the Warriors secured their third straight victory.
Luka Doncic erupts for 37 points in the Lakers' NBA Cup opener, sparking a 23‑point first‑quarter lead over Golden State. Yet the Lakers collapse, scoring just 57 points the rest of the way, committing 20 turnovers, and surrendering an 18‑0 fourth‑quarter run as the Warriors surge to a 112‑95 victory. The article highlights the team's inability to sustain offense without Doncic, the bench's shortcomings, and the need for a more balanced game plan despite their talent.