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Warriors vs. Nuggets player grades: Steph Curry and Yaxel Lendeborg are unstoppable, baby

The Golden State Warriors collected their first win of the 2026-27 NBA season on Monday, and it wasn’t a cheap one. Playing on the road, against a team with championship aspirations, the Dubs dismantled the Denver Nuggets, winning 134-114, and…

By Brady Klopfer · Golden State Of Mind

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 7:05 AM

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Writer Brady Klopfer awarded A-plus grades to Steph Curry and rookie Yaxel Lendeborg in Golden State's win.
The Golden State Warriors defeated the Denver Nuggets 134-114 to secure their first win of the season.
Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg recorded a team-high 31 points and 12 rebounds against Denver.

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Brady Klopfer evaluated the Golden State Warriors following their 134-114 road victory against the Denver Nuggets, awarding top A-plus grades to Steph Curry and rookie Yaxel Lendeborg. Curry went perfect from the floor, scoring 24 points on 8-for-8 shooting, while Lendeborg led Golden State with 31 points and 12 rebounds in just his fourth career NBA game.

Klopfer also awarded high marks to Brandin Podziemski, who posted 18 points and seven rebounds, and veteran Al Horford for floor spacing and defense. Draymond Green received a B-minus while primarily defending Nikola Jokic, who was held to 19 points on 8-for-18 shooting.

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