Recap: Luka Doncic & Lakers Dominate Warriors On Opening Night

The Los Angeles Lakers opened their 2026-27 regular season with a 127-105 victory over the Golden State Warriors at Crypto.com Arena. Luka Doncic led the way with 28 points, seven rebounds, six assists, and three steals in 30 minutes, sitting out the entire fourth quarter after the Lakers opened up a commanding 102-68 lead by the end of the third.

New center acquisition Walker Kessler delivered a flawless debut for Los Angeles, recording 26 points on 12-of-12 shooting alongside nine rebounds and two blocks. Despite Stephen Curry scoring 16 first-quarter points to keep Golden State competitive early, the Lakers pulled away behind a tightened defense and a half-court buzzer-beater from Doncic to lead 66-52 at halftime.