Overview
- Golden State won 111-103, breaking the game open with a 27-6 burst across halftime and leading by as many as 24 as Los Angeles mounted a late push.
- JJ Redick said the team produced "about 38 minutes of good basketball," framing the outing as progress that must be repeated more consistently.
- The Warriors were at or near full strength, whereas the Lakers rested their top three players in a non-predictive exhibition setting.
- Jarred Vanderbilt hounded Stephen Curry, tallied three steals and filled gaps on both ends in an encouraging defensive display.
- Gabe Vincent paced the Lakers in scoring with multiple made threes, and Deandre Ayton earned praise for rim protection and strong work on the glass.