Why Lakers Lost to Warriors: The Los Angeles Lakers fell to the Golden State Warriors, 123-116, in a hard-fought battle, with Stephen Curry taking over in the second half to secure the win for Golden State.

The Los Angeles Lakers fell to the Golden State Warriors, 123-116, in a hard-fought battle, with Stephen Curry taking over in the second half to secure the win for Golden State.

Why the Lakers Lost:

1. Curry’s Dominance Late – Stephen Curry was the difference-maker, scoring 25 of his 37 points in the second half. His ability to hit clutch shots kept the Lakers from making a comeback.

2. Podziemski’s Breakout Performance – Rookie Brandin Podziemski had a career night, dropping 28 points with 8 three-pointers, adding another layer to the Warriors’ offensive attack.

3. Defensive Struggles– The Lakers allowed too many open looks from beyond the arc, as the Warriors capitalized with 16 three-pointers.

4. Turnovers and Late-Game Execution – Despite strong individual performances, the Lakers struggled to close the gap late in the game, making costly mistakes down the stretch.

Match Highlights:

Warriors’ Key Performances:

Stephen Curry– 37 PTS, 6 AST, 4 3PM

Brandin Podziemski – 28 PTS, 8 REB, 6 AST, 8 3PM

Jonathan Kuminga– 18 PTS, 9 REB, 4 AST

Lakers’ Key Performances:

LeBron James – 33 PTS, 5 REB, 8 AST, 5 3PM

Austin Reaves – 31 PTS, 6 REB, 9 3PM

Rui Hachimura– 24 PTS, 6 REB, 3 AST

Luka Dončić– 19 PTS, 8 REB, 7 AST

Despite a strong effort from LeBron James and Austin Reaves, the Lakers couldn’t slow down Curry’s second-half explosion, leading to another frustrating loss.