Lakers open season at home against the Warriors

The Los Angeles Lakers start the season at home against the Golden State Warriors

ByThe Associated Press

October 20, 2026, 2:03 AM

Golden State Warriors vs. Los Angeles Lakers

Los Angeles; Wednesday, 10 p.m. EDT

LINE: Lakers -5.5; over/under is 234.5

BOTTOM LINE: The Los Angeles Lakers host the Golden State Warriors in the season opener.

Los Angeles went 53-29 overall, 33-19 in Western Conference play and 28-13 at home during the 2025-26 season. The Lakers shot 50.2% from the field and 35.9% from 3-point range last season.

Golden State went 37-45 overall and 7-9 in Pacific Division games during the 2025-26 season. The Warriors shot 46.1% from the field and 35.6% from 3-point range last season.

INJURIES: Lakers: None listed.

Warriors: Moses Moody: out (knee), Kristaps Porzingis: out (illness), Jimmy Butler III: out (knee).