Lakers Fall Short in Fourth Quarter Collapse Against Warriors 112-95

A Second-Half Surge Shifts Momentum

The Los Angeles Lakers entered Chase Center on Friday, October 30, 2026, with early control of the game, but a decisive second-half performance by the Golden State Warriors resulted in a 112-95 final score. The visitors held a commanding lead after the first quarter, but the home team’s offensive explosion in the subsequent periods proved too much to overcome.

Early Dominance by Los Angeles

The Lakers established an early rhythm, jumping out to a 38-15 advantage after the opening period. Luka Doncic was instrumental in this stretch, contributing significantly to the team's scoring output. The visitors continued to build their lead through the first half, ending the second quarter with a 53-51 edge.

Despite the Warriors closing the gap slightly by halftime, the Lakers maintained their composure and carried the momentum into the third quarter.

Golden State’s Offensive Explosion

The turning point of the contest occurred in the second half. The Warriors outscored Los Angeles 32-27 in the third quarter and then dominated the fourth period, 38-15, to secure the victory. Stephen Curry led the charge for Golden State with 31 points.

His performance included several key scoring plays that helped reverse the game's trajectory. Draymond Green orchestrated the offense effectively, dishing out nine assists throughout the contest.

Key Performances and Final Result

While Doncic recorded 37 points and five assists for the Lakers, the team struggled to maintain its offensive efficiency in the final period. Walker Kessler provided a strong presence on the glass for Los Angeles, grabbing 13 rebounds. For Golden State, Brandin Podziemski contributed five rebounds.

The loss drops the Los Angeles Lakers to a 4-2 record, while the Golden State Warriors improve to 3-3 on the season. The game was played before an attendance of 18,064 at Chase Center in San Francisco.

Sources

ESPN