🏀 Warriors Edge Out Lakers 89–84 in California Classic Opener
The Golden State Warriors kicked off their California Classic Summer League campaign with a tight 89–84 win over the LA Lakers at Chase Center.
Key Takeaways:
- Jackson Rowe spearheaded the Warriors’ effort, registering 13 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, and 2 blocks — showcasing his all-around game ().
- Isaiah Mobley contributed a solid 13 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists, including key plays on both ends of the court (nba.com).
- Blake Hinson chipped in 12 points from the bench, helping maintain the Warriors’ lead (nba.com).
For the Lakers, standout performances included:
- Cole Swider with a game-high 24 points and 8 rebounds, shooting an efficient 7-of-10 from the field (nba.com).
- DJ Steward added 20 points, 6 assists, also hitting 7-of-10 attempts (nba.com).
- Dalton Knecht scored 10 points with 4 boards and 2 steals, despite shooting 3-for-13 (nba.com).
Game Flow Highlights:
- The Lakers led after Q1 (19–11), with solid starts from Steward and Knecht (nba.com).
- A balanced Warriors offense seized control in Q2 and Q3, outscoring LA 58–41 across the two quarters .
- Golden State’s superior shooting (43.8% vs 38.0%), rebounding (45–39), and fast-break efficiency (13–6) powered their win (nba.com).
🔜 Next Matchups
- Warriors face San Antonio Spurs on Sunday (NBA TV).
- Lakers go up against Miami Heat in their next Summer League game (nba.com).