The start of the new Golden State Warriors season was kicked behind the paywall of a streaming service, in what feels like a foreboding sign for NBC in its return to NBA coverage.

The Warriors ran away with a 16-4 third-quarter run, eventually beating Luka Dončić (43 points) and the Lakers 119-109 to cap our opening night doubleheader.

The Warriors ended up mounting a 23-9 run to start the third quarter, and Luka Doncic was the only Lakers player to score during that stretch before Marcus Smart finally hit a free throw to end their dry spell. The Warriors have got a 78-64 lead now with 5:29 left in the period.

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Pregame analysis and predictions of the Denver Nuggets vs. Golden State Warriors NBA game to be played on October 23, 2025 on ESPN.

Jimmy Butler scored 31 points, Stephen Curry added 23 and the Golden State Warriors overcame Luka Doncic's 43-point performance to beat the Los Angeles Lakers.

During his time suiting up for the Warriors, Hillman wore only jersey No. 30 and put up 4.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game.

One would assume that Kuminga would force the issue against Vincent. But once he sees Deandre Ayton come over to help, he dishes to Al Horford in the dunker spot, who has a much better (i.e., wide open) look underneath.