Opening night produced drama across 11 games. Tyrese Haliburton led Indiana to a 123‑120 win over New Orleans, scoring 23 points with 12 assists despite a technical foul and a post‑game emotional interview. A post‑game clash saw Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg slam Luka Dončić’s “whining,” igniting a new Pacific Division rivalry after a 127‑105 Lakers victory. Anthony Edwards delivered a historic performance for Minnesota, dropping 35 points in a 131‑106 win over Miami and joining Michael Jordan and Wilt Chamberlain as the only players with multiple 40‑point season openers. Houston trapped Kyrie Irving, beating Dallas 128‑110, while Kevin Durant and Jabari Smith each scored 30. The night set an aggressive tone for the season.
Luka Doncic took the noble duty of giving Yaxel Lendeborg a warm welcome (sarcasm) into the NBA. The rookie wasted no time making an impression on his debut. But his first night against the LA Lakers did not go as planned. The Warriors wing got into a heated exchange with Luka and paid the price […]
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Among the many things Luka Dončić has been known for throughout his NBA career is complaining about the officiating during games, something Yaxel Lendeborg experienced in his first game as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Golden State Warriors 127-105 on Wednesday night.
The Warriors opened the 2026‑27 season with a 127‑105 loss to the Lakers, but the bigger story is Kristaps Porzingis’ uncertain future. Battling postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, the 31‑year‑old may be traded or even retire, despite a recent two‑year, $40 million extension. Stephen Curry expressed sympathy and noted the void in the frontcourt, while Draymond Green stressed that the team must simply play and step up, accepting heavier minutes at center. Coach Steve Kerr has shifted to a five‑out offense using Al Horford, and trade talks with teams like Milwaukee are reportedly underway. The Warriors declined to comment further, leaving fans to wonder how the loss of Porzingis will reshape their rotation.
Walker Kessler shines in his debut as the Lakers roll over the Warriors
Most of the NBA opened their regular-season schedules on Wednesday night, and the slate turned out to be historically one-sided.
Shaquille O'Neal stunningly claims Walker Kessler is the NBA's best center after his dominant Lakers debut against the Warriors.
Stephen Curry and Draymond Green were completely in favor of Yaxel Lendeborg jawing with Luka Doncic during Wednesday night's game.
Yaxel Lendeborg says he has lost respect for Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic after their heated exchange during the Lakers’ 127-105 victory over Golden State Warriors in the NBA. The confrontation took place during a game in which Lendeborg was assigned to defend the Slovenian during the first half. The Warriors rookie attempted to […]
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Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg said he had “lost all respect” for Luka Doncic after their heated exchanges during his NBA debut, criticizing the Los Angeles Lakers star for complaining to officials during Wednesday’s 127-105 loss. Lendeborg, who finished with 12 points in 29 minutes, received a technical foul during the confrontation with Doncic, […]
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Walker Kessler made a memorable Los Angeles Lakers debut, scoring 26 points without missing a shot in Wednesday’s 127-105 victory over the Golden State Warriors. After going 12-for-12 from the field and grabbing nine rebounds, the center credited his teammates’ vision and explained how his approach helped him make an immediate impact. “I’m extremely thankful,” […]
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Luka Doncic praised Walker Kessler’s immediate impact and the Los Angeles Lakers’ defensive improvement after their 127-105 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night. Doncic finished with 28 points, eight rebounds and seven assists as the Lakers opened their season with a convincing win. Kessler scored 26 points without missing a shot, going […]
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Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick praised Walker Kessler’s impact, the team’s defensive communication and Luka Doncic’s shooting range after Wednesday’s 127-105 victory over the Golden State Warriors. Kessler scored 26 points without missing a shot, going 12-for-12 from the field in his Lakers debut. Redick said the center benefited from his teammates finding […]
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Walker Kessler made an immediate impact in his Los Angeles Lakers debut, scoring 26 points without missing a shot as the Lakers defeated the Golden State Warriors 127-105 on Wednesday night. Luka Doncic added 28 points and seven assists, while Austin Reaves scored 23 as Los Angeles opened its first season without LeBron James with […]
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The Warriors fall 119-102 to the Lakers in their season opener, prompting a harsh grading roundup. Rookie forward Yaxel Lendeborg (12 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists in 29 minutes) earns a standout grade for his scrappy defense and nonstop trash‑talk against Luka Dončić, even drawing a technical foul. Veteran Gui Santos posts a modest 12‑point, 5‑rebounds effort for a C‑, while the team collectively struggles against a fire‑powerful Lakers squad. The piece highlights Lendeborg’s entertaining debut as a bright spot amid a bleak start for Golden State.
The Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg did not hold back his frustration toward Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic during his debut game. The two players were seen exchanging words on the court. However, Warriors veteran Draymond Green stood firmly behind his rookie teammate and defended his decision to challenge the Slovenian star. When […]
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Laker guard Collin Sexton remains out for the October 21 game against the Golden State Warriors, despite a seemingly healthy practice stint. Head coach JJ Redick clarifies there was "no setback" and describes the decision as a collaborative choice with the performance staff, emphasizing the need for full confidence after a calf strain. The Lakers, known for cautious injury handling, opted to keep Sexton sidelined to avoid potential complications. Fans await his debut, but patience is required as he continues rehab.
After a productive offseason, Yaxel Lendeborg made his debut for the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday. His first task? Try to stop Luka Doncic. It was an unenviable assignment for the rookie forward. But it was also a good test. Unfortunately for Lendeborg, he did not study enough, and Doncic made him pay for it. […]
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Luka Doncic isn’t just settling into life with the Los Angeles Lakers; he is fully embracing the spotlight as the new face of the iconic franchise. Following a dominant 127-105 season-opening victory over the Golden State Warriors, the Slovenian superstar reflected on what it means to carry the mantle for one of the most storied […]
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Luka Dončić dominates the Lakers' 127-105 season‑opening win over the Golden State Warriors, delivering a dramatic half‑court buzzer‑beater that leaves rookie Yaxel Lendeborg humbled. Dončić pours in 28 points, adds a +31 plus/minus in 29 minutes, and sparks a technical foul after Lendeborg’s trash‑talk. The Warriors’ newcomer finishes with a minus‑21 rating and four fouls, while teammates like Walker Kessler, Austin Reaves, Quentin Grimes and Jake LaRavia contribute double‑digit scoring. Coach Steve Kerr calls the incident a “lesson learned,” and the Lakers’ cohesive defense signals strong championship intent early in the season.
Yaxel Lendeborg calls out Luka Doncic for constantly complaining after Lakers star says the Warriors rookie was 'talking crazy' during the season-opening matchup in Los Angeles tonight.
The Los Angeles Lakers took care of business in their season opener against the Golden State Warriors, 127-105, at Crypto.com Arena, with the new trio of Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and Walker Kessler leading the charge. After a tight contest in the first half, the Lakers outscored the Warriors, 36-16, in the third quarter to […]
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On opening night, new Los Angeles Lakers starting center Walker Kessler stood tall and took advantage of a matchup against the small Golden State Warriors — proving himself to be well worth thus far of the $130 million the team splashed on him. In his debut for the Purple and Gold, Kessler recorded 26 points […]
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The Golden State Warriors failed to start their season with a win as they fell prey to a 127-105 loss against the Los Angeles Lakers. However, apart from the loss, the Warriors rookie star Yaxel Lendeborg was particularly frustrated with the Lakers star Luka Doncic and had already lost all his respect for the Lakers […]
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The Golden State Warriors were thoroughly embarrassed against the Los Angeles Lakers in their opening game of the season despite some solid shooting from Stephen Curry.