Yaxel Lendeborg Thanks Stephen Curry For Having His Back After He ‘Wet The Bed’ Against Lakers
Yaxel Lendeborg thanked his Warriors teammates for having his back after he struggled against Luka Doncic and the Lakers.
Lakers
Latest news and updates about the Lakers
Warriors vs. Lakers player grades: Steph Curry leads a thunderous comeback
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.
Lakers have a Luka Doncic masterpiece and still find way to fall apart
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.
Warriors Player Ratings: Stephen Curry Shines In Unlikely Win Over Lakers
Grading Warriors' player performances from their 112-95 win over the Lakers on Friday.
NBA Notes: Warriors, Brandin Podziemski, Pistons, Ron Holland, Sixers
The Warriors rally past the Lakers 112-95, buoyed by Stephen Curry’s eight threes and a bench that outscored the opposition’s reserves 50-7; Georges Niang adds 21 points, De’Anthony Melton 16, and rookie Brandin Podziemski draws three fouls for 10 points. Detroit’s Ron Holland sparks a 110-94 win over the Nets with 18 points and four steals, helping the Pistons improve to 5-1. Meanwhile, the Sixers beat the Knicks 98-93 as Anfernee Simons pours 21 points and five threes, but backup center Adem Bona remains ineffective, highlighting depth concerns behind Joel Embiid.
Luka Doncic makes NBA history vs. Warriors
Luka Doncic makes NBA history in the NBA Cup opener, dropping 21 points, five assists, a steal and a block in the first quarter— a feat never seen in the play‑by‑play era. He finished with 37 points, seven rebounds and five assists, but the Los Angeles Lakers fell 112-95 to the Golden State Warriors. The Warriors rallied from a 40-15 early deficit to win by 17, putting the Lakers at a disadvantage in Group C, which also features the Spurs, Kings and Trail Blazers.
NBA Cup roundup: Curry leads Warriors’ historic comeback
The Golden State Warriors erased a 23-point first-quarter deficit to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 112-95 on Friday, October 30, as the Emirates NBA Cup group stage opened with 10 games. The post NBA Cup roundup: Curry leads Warriors’ historic comeback appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Stephen Curry Speaks On Breaking Luka Doncic’s Ankles And Covering Up For Yaxel Lendeborg vs. Lakers
Stephen Curry addresses his viral moment with Luka Doncic and whether the Slovenian star's brewing rivalry with Yaxel Lendeborg fueled his performance tonight.
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Warriors
The Lakers suffered a historic loss to the Warriors at the Emirates NBA Cup, with Luka Dončić's 37 points the only bright spot. Bench scoring was abysmal (7 points on 3‑of‑15 shooting) and turnovers plagued Austin Reaves (8) and the team overall. Grades reveal Dončić earning an A‑, Kessler a C+, Reaves a C‑, while Thybulle, Mamukelashvili and Grimes hover around B‑ to D. The article breaks down each player's stat line and performance expectations, highlighting the Lakers' defensive lapses and inconsistent offense that could shape their season outlook.
Warriors exact revenge with shocking comeback win over Lakers
The Golden State Warriors erased a 25‑point deficit to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 112‑95 on Oct. 30, 2026, snapping a three‑game winning streak and avenging a loss from nine days earlier. Luka Dončić sparked the Lakers early, scoring 21 points in the first quarter as LA led 38‑15, but Golden State rallied after halftime thanks to Stephen Curry’s threes, bench firepower from Georges Niang and De’Anthony Melton, and a decisive defensive surge featuring Gary Payton II, Charles Bassey and Will Richard. The Dubs turned a 40‑15 hole into a 95‑55 advantage, sealing the comeback and delivering a dramatic NBA Cup group‑play rematch.
Lakers Blow 25-Point Lead Against Warriors: 4 Takeaways From Ugly Collapse
Analyzing major takeaways from the Lakers' 101-86 loss to the Warriors.
1 stat that highlights Lakers’ brutal collapse vs. Warriors
Lakers explode early against Warriors, blasting a 38-15 first quarter on Oct. 31, 2026, but collapse as Golden State matches the burst and outscores them 95-57 over the final three quarters. Luka Doncic drops 37 points with 7 rebounds and 5 assists, yet the team falls to 4-2, dropping to fifth in the West. Five Lakers hit double‑figures, but the loss highlights a brutal swing in momentum. The Lakers now aim to rebound at home against Toronto on Nov. 1.
Lakers fans clown Yaxel Lendeborg after dominant Luka Doncic performance
Luka Doncic dazzles with 37 points, seven rebounds and five assists as the Lakers fall 112-95 to the Warriors on Oct. 31, 2026, dropping Los Angeles to 4-2. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg, who arrived in a Michael Myers costume, manages just six points, one rebound, five turnovers and six fouls, becoming the target of online ridicule from Lakers fans. Despite a 25‑point early deficit, Golden State rallies behind Stephen Curry to win by 17, improving to 3-3. The game fuels the budding Doncic‑Lendeborg rivalry and highlights the stark contrast between Doncic’s dominant night and Lendeborg’s muted impact.
Warriors’ Stephen Curry passes Dominique Wilkins on all-time scoring list in style vs. Lakers
Stephen Curry vaulted to 18th on the NBA’s all‑time scoring list with a clutch 31‑point night as the Warriors defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 124‑108 on Oct. 31, 2026. The veteran needed 26 points to surpass Dominique Wilkins’s 26,668 career total and delivered the marker early in the fourth quarter with his hallmark three‑pointer. Curry shot 11‑of‑23 overall and 8‑of‑14 from deep, while teammates Brandin Podziemski (21), De’Anthony Melton (16) and Georges Niang (11) also hit double figures. Golden State improves to 3‑3, sitting 10th in the West and next hosts the Clippers on Nov. 1.
Steph Sparks Warriors Comeback vs. Lakers, Box Score Stats, Highlights for Luka, Reaves, Top Players
Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors stormed back from a 25-point deficit to defeat Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers 112-95 on Friday, behind 31 points from Curry.
Lakers overpaid for Quentin Grimes as inability to create shots keeps causing issues
The Los Angeles Lakers gave Quentin Grimes a four-year, $60 million contract that looks problematic.
Lakers blow huge early lead in ugly loss to Warriors
The Lakers squandered a 25‑point first‑half advantage to fall 112‑95 to the Warriors on Oct. 30 at Chase Center. Luka Dončić led with 37 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists, while Austin Reaves added 21 despite eight turnovers. The early 38‑15 run turned into a collapse as the bench contributed only seven points (3‑16 shooting) and the Lakers committed 22 turnovers. Golden State rallied behind Steph Curry’s 28 points and a late surge by Brandin Podziemski, sealing the win. The Lakers head to Toronto next, facing the Raptors Sunday at 6 p.m. PT.
The Lakers' defensive issues were not hard to see coming
The deficiencies on this Lakers roster were obvious, and are seen just a few games into the season.
Steph Curry Passes Dominique Wilkins on NBA All-Time Scoring List, Where Does He Rank Among Greats?
Stephen Curry continued to climb up the NBA's all-time scoring list during the Golden State Warriors' clash with the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night.
Warriors’ Stephen Curry drops Luka Doncic with epic ankle-breaking 3-pointer
In a clash at the Chase Center, the Golden State Warriors rally past the Los Angeles Lakers after trailing 90-80 with ten minutes left. Stephen Curry, who finishes with 22 points and five assists, dazzles by slipping a step‑back three over Luka Dončić—who had already poured in 35 points, seven rebounds and five assists. The play sparks a 5‑0 run that helps the Warriors seize a 10‑point lead. The Lakers, 4‑1 on the season, still need a comeback as they fall behind by 16 with under eight minutes remaining.
No one can stop Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo on tough and-1 vs. Pacers
Giannis Antetokounmpo dazzles in his debut season with the Miami Heat, delivering a triple‑double (31 points, 18 rebounds, 10 assists) in a 145‑125 rout of the Indiana Pacers during the NBA Cup group stage. The Greek Freak’s aggressive play—including a highlight‑making and‑1 dunk—helps Miami snap a slow start, improving to 2‑4 and climbing to 10th in the Eastern Conference. With six Heat players in double figures, the team now eyes a road game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Nov. 2.
Scottie Barnes couldn’t enjoy scoring 41. “I think I got to let some time go off.”
Scott Lee Barnes drops a career‑high 41 points in a 30‑point loss to the Orlando Magic, but says he can’t celebrate. After the game, Barnes admits his aggressive approach and poor free‑throw ratio (2‑of‑3) left him frustrated, noting the Raptors’ foul disparity (15 FT vs. Magic’s 29) and questionable officiating. Despite the loss, he stresses the need to move on as Toronto heads into its west‑coast road trip, beginning with the Lakers. The article also mentions contributions from Immanuel Quickley, Collin Murray‑Boyles and rookie Allen Graves, and highlights Mayor Olivia Chow’s re‑election night backdrop.
Mark Walter, Josh Kushner finalize terms of Lakers purchase
Mark Walter and Thrive Capital founder Josh Kushner have finalized the terms of the Los Angeles Lakers sale, confirming a $12.5 billion valuation. After meeting at Walter’s Florida home on February 12, sources from ESPN, the LA Times and the OC Register say the two reached agreement and will soon sign the formal contract, pending league approval. Earlier rumors that Kushner lacked funding—spurred by a Bill Simmons podcast—were debunked by multiple reporters. The transaction now moves to NBA review, bringing the ownership change one step closer to completion.
Lakers’ Luka Doncic immediately goes after Yaxel Lendeborg in Golden State rematch
In the season‑opener rematch, Luka Doncic opens the game by dribbling past Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg and unleashing a three‑pointer, sparking a heated duel that sets the tone for a 127‑105 Lakers victory. Doncic finishes with 28 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, while Lendeborg, still fresh from a 31‑point, 12‑rebound showing against Denver, vows to improve his defense. Both stars have been prolific lately—Doncic 93 points in his last two games, including a 52‑point outburst versus Utah—making this early‑season showdown a key test for the rookie’s growth.
NBA Rumors: Kyrie Irving, Heat, Lakers, Suns, Jalen Green
NBA rumors swirl on four fronts. Miami’s coach Erik Spoelstra reportedly values Kyrie Irving and would welcome him, but the Heat are waiting to assess Pelle Larsson and Ryan Conwell before making a move, and no trade is imminent. The Lakers are monitoring Pelicans forwards Trey Murphy III (21.5 ppg last season) and Herb Jones, though New Orleans’ high price—two first‑rounders for Jones and a steep ask for Murphy—may stall any deal. In Phoenix, frustration grows over the Suns’ lack of a true floor‑general; while Devin Booker and Jalen Green score, the team debates starting point guard Collin Gillespie versus letting Green develop as a creator, with no trade rumors confirmed. The article breaks down each team’s needs and the realistic odds of roster changes.
Displaying entries 551-575
of the latest 1,250