Key Takeaways:
- Golden State Warriors triumphed 119:109 away to the Los Angeles Lakers at the NBA season opener
- The visitors sank 17 three-pointers and converted 26 of 29 free throws, outpacing the Lakers in both areas
- Luka Dončić posted 43 points, 12 rebounds, and 9 assists, but could not prevent defeat for the injury-hit Lakers
Match Analysis
The Golden State Warriors commenced the new NBA season with a 119:109 victory against the Los Angeles Lakers on the road. The opening half was tightly contested, with Golden State holding a slender 55:54 lead after 24 minutes. The third quarter proved decisive as the Warriors outscored their opponents 35:25, building a cushion that the Lakers could not overturn in the closing stages.
Jimmy Butler drops 31 PTS, 5 REB, 4 AST, 1 STL as the Warriors get the OPENING NIGHT 119-109 WIN over Luka & the Lakers 😤🔥
Stephen Curry: 23 PTS, 4 AST, 3 STL, 1 BLK pic.twitter.com/ez5Vbankm6
— Basketball Forever (@bballforever_) October 22, 2025
Shooting Efficiency Comparison
Shooting prowess set the two sides apart. The Warriors excelled from beyond the arc, converting 17 three-pointers, and demonstrated remarkable accuracy from the free-throw line, making 26 out of 29 attempts. In contrast, the Lakers managed just 8 successful three-pointers from 32 attempts and converted only 17 of 28 shots from the foul line.
| Team | Three-pointers Made | Three-point Attempts | Free Throws Made | Free Throw Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden State Warriors | 17 | 40 | 26 | 29 |
| Los Angeles Lakers | 8 | 32 | 17 | 28 |
Individual Performances
Jimmy Butler was pivotal for the Warriors, topping the scoreboard for the visitors with 31 points. Stephen Curry also made a significant impact, contributing 23 points, while both Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield added 17 points apiece.
The Lakers, who were deprived of LeBron James’ services due to injury, saw Luka Dončić deliver an outstanding individual display with 43 points, 12 rebounds, and 9 assists. Austin Reaves tallied 26 points in support, and centre Deandre Ayton was the only other Laker to reach double figures, finishing with 10 points.
