Lack of star power! Both Curry and Doncic absent, LeBron nearly records a triple-double, Lakers beat Warriors with six players scoring in double figures

On February 8th Beijing time, the NBA regular season hosted the Lakers-Warriors clash. After intense competition, the Lakers defeated the Warriors 105-99. Neither Doncic nor Curry played, and LeBron nearly achieved a triple-double.

Statistical Summary

Warriors: Moody 25 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists, 3 steals; Spencer 14 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists; Santos 15 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists; Payton 13 points, 5 rebounds; Pogemski 14 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists

Lakers: LeBron 20 points, 7 rebounds, 10 assists; Smart 15 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists; Reeves 16 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists; Hachimura 18 points; Kennard 10 points; Vanderbilt 13 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists

Game Progress

The Lakers started by hitting several consecutive three-pointers, showing strong outside shooting, but the Warriors responded with diversified offense through threes, mid-range shots, and drives to the basket. When Payton nailed a buzzer-beating three, the Warriors took a 7-point lead. The Lakers quickly answered back with new additions Kennard and Vanderbilt hitting threes in succession, turning the tide and taking the lead. Towards the end of the quarter, both teams exchanged points in a tight battle. The first quarter ended with the Warriors leading 21-20 by one point. In the second quarter, both teams alternated scoring inside and outside. The Warriors then saw Moody and Pogemski hit consecutive threes, but the Lakers responded promptly to close the gap. At halftime, Spencer scored a buzzer-beater over LeBron, helping the Warriors lead 42-41. LeBron was 2-for-8 shooting in the half with 7 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists.

After the break, LeBron took control early, first hitting a three-pointer, then scoring two and one plays consecutively, followed by another three, totaling 12 points to lead the Lakers to build a lead. The Warriors countered, but Smart and Vanderbilt hit shots in rotation to help the Lakers maintain control. When Vanderbilt assisted Kennard for a layup, the Lakers led by 10. Towards the end of the third quarter, Santos and Moody made shots as the Warriors fought back. The Lakers held an 8-point lead going into the final quarter. In the last quarter, the Warriors hit consecutive threes to narrow the gap to one point. Kennard and Reeves stabilized the Lakers with jump shots, free throws, and fast break layups, quickly extending the lead back to 10. In the closing moments, the Warriors pushed hard, but the Lakers successfully held on for the win.

Starting Lineups

Warriors: Moody, Melton, Green, Spencer, Santos

Lakers: LeBron, Smart, LaRavia, Hachimura, Hayes