Golden State Warriors Beat Los Angeles Lakers 112-95 Behind Curry’s Shooting
The Golden State Warriors defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 112-95 on October 31, 2026, at Chase Center, using a dominant third quarter to pull away in a nationally anticipated NBA matchup. Stephen Curry led the way with 31 points, and Golden State’s defense forced the Lakers into a difficult shooting night from beyond the arc.
The final score did not reflect how competitive the first half was. Los Angeles stayed close through two quarters, but the Warriors opened the second half with a decisive run and never let the Lakers back within single digits.
Game Overview
Golden State led 30-24 after the first quarter and took a 57-49 advantage into halftime. The Warriors then blew the game open with a 19-4 run to start the third quarter, turning a tight contest into a comfortable home win. The Lakers shot just 8-of-32 from three-point range and committed 16 turnovers.
- Final score: Golden State Warriors 112, Los Angeles Lakers 95
- Venue: Chase Center, San Francisco
- Key run: Golden State’s 19-4 spurt to open the third quarter
- Stat edge: The Warriors made 21 three-pointers to the Lakers’ 8
Warriors’ Third-Quarter Surge
Curry finished with 31 points, seven three-pointers and six assists, repeatedly finding space off screens and dribble handoffs. Jimmy Butler added 23 points, six rebounds and five assists, while Jonathan Kuminga contributed 18 points off strong interior play. Draymond Green filled the stat sheet with eight points, nine rebounds and eight assists, anchoring Golden State’s defensive communication.
The Warriors’ ball movement created open looks all night. Golden State assisted on 29 of its 41 made field goals and punished the Lakers for helping off shooters. Defensively, the Warriors switched aggressively and forced Los Angeles into contested mid-range attempts late in the clock.
Lakers’ Struggles From Deep
Luka Doncic led Los Angeles with 29 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, but he received limited support from the perimeter. Austin Reaves added 20 points, and LeBron James finished with 16 points and seven rebounds. The Lakers’ bench managed just 18 points, and the team’s three-point shooting never found a rhythm.
Los Angeles cut the lead to 11 early in the fourth quarter, but Curry answered with two quick three-pointers to end the threat. The Lakers also struggled to contain Golden State in transition, allowing the Warriors to score 19 fast-break points.
Key Moments
The turning point came in the opening minutes of the third quarter. Golden State scored on six of its first seven possessions after halftime, capped by a Curry three-pointer from well beyond the arc. The Lakers called timeout, but the Warriors maintained their defensive intensity and pushed the lead to 20 by the end of the period.
Standout Performers
- Stephen Curry, Golden State: 31 points, 7 three-pointers, 6 assists
- Jimmy Butler, Golden State: 23 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists
- Jonathan Kuminga, Golden State: 18 points, 7 rebounds
- Luka Doncic, LA Lakers: 29 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists
- Austin Reaves, LA Lakers: 20 points
What It Means
Golden State improved to 4-1 and sent an early message in the Western Conference race. The Warriors’ combination of elite shooting and improved defensive discipline has been a problem for opponents through the first week of the season. The Lakers dropped to 3-2 and will look to rediscover their perimeter touch before a difficult stretch of games.