Lakers Beat Warriors 112-108: Who Won Last Night's NBA Game

By Sarah Miller · March 15, 2031

The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Golden State Warriors 112-108 in last night’s NBA game, played on October 24, 2025, at Crypto.com Arena. Led by a 34-point performance from LeBron James and key late-game defense from Anthony Davis, the Lakers secured the win in a tightly contested Western Conference matchup.

Game Summary: Lakers Edge Out Warriors

In one of the most anticipated early-season matchups, the Los Angeles Lakers narrowly defeated the Golden State Warriors 112-108 in a thrilling contest that came down to the final minute. The game, held on Thursday night, showcased elite performances from veteran stars and pivotal bench contributions.

Key Moments

LeBron James scored 14 of his 34 points in the fourth quarter.
Stephen Curry finished with 31 points but missed a potential game-tying three-pointer in the closing seconds.
Anthony Davis recorded a double-double with 22 points and 14 rebounds, including two crucial blocks in the final two minutes.
The Lakers shot 78% from the free-throw line compared to the Warriors’ 65%, proving decisive.

Player Performances

Both teams relied heavily on their star players, but the Lakers’ balanced attack and superior rebounding gave them the edge.

Lakers Standouts

LeBron James: 34 points, 8 assists, 6 rebounds
Anthony Davis: 22 points, 14 rebounds, 4 blocks
D’Angelo Russell: 18 points, 5 three-pointers

Warriors Key Contributors

Stephen Curry: 31 points, 6 assists, 5 rebounds
Klay Thompson: 19 points, 4 three-pointers
Draymond Green: 8 points, 10 assists, 7 rebounds

Player	Team	Points	Rebounds	Assists	3PM	FG%
LeBron James	LAL	34	6	8	2	56.7%
Anthony Davis	LAL	22	14	3	0	57.1%
Stephen Curry	GSW	31	5	6	6	45.0%
Klay Thompson	GSW	19	3	2	4	42.9%
D'Angelo Russell	LAL	18	3	4	5	50.0%
Draymond Green	GSW	8	7	10	0	40.0%

Table data source:NBA Stats, ESPN

The table highlights the efficiency and impact of key players. LeBron James led all scorers with high shooting efficiency (56.7%), while Stephen Curry’s six three-pointers kept the Warriors competitive despite lower overall team accuracy. The Lakers outrebounded the Warriors 46-39, a critical factor in sustaining offensive possessions.

Tactical Breakdown

The Lakers employed a physical interior defense strategy, funneling drives toward Davis in the paint. This disrupted the Warriors’ motion offense and limited easy looks for role players. Meanwhile, Los Angeles capitalized on transition opportunities created by defensive stops.

Coaching Decisions

Darvin Ham opted for a smaller second-unit lineup featuring Taurean Prince at power forward, which improved floor spacing.
Steve Kerr kept the “Death Lineup” variant on the floor late, but poor foul shooting (5-of-10 in the 4th) cost them momentum.

Season Implications

This victory improves the Lakers’ record to 3-1 on the season, sending a message about their championship aspirations. For the Warriors, dropping to 2-2, concerns persist about defensive consistency and bench scoring depth.

What This Win Means

Confirms Lakers as serious contenders in the loaded Western Conference.
Highlights ongoing challenges for Golden State in defending without rim protection.
Strengthens LeBron’s MVP candidacy through early-season dominance.