1️⃣ January 28, 2016 — Curry’s 51-Point Explosion
Final Score: Warriors 116 – Lakers 98
“Bro, remember when Curry went nuclear against the Lakers? It wasn’t basketball — it was a fireworks show.”
Steph Curry lit up the Lakers with 51 points, including 11 three-pointers. He was pulling up from half-court like it was practice. The crowd at Oracle Arena went wild every time he crossed midcourt.
Even Lakers fans were in disbelief — the kind of “what can you even do?” performance.
Match High Point: Curry hit a 35-foot three-pointer with a defender in his face, turned around before it went in. That was peak “Steph Showtime.”
2️⃣ October 19, 2021 — Season Opener Shock
Final Score: Warriors 121 – Lakers 114
“Everyone thought the new-look Lakers were unstoppable. Then the Warriors said — not so fast.”
This was opening night. LeBron, AD, Westbrook — all eyes were on L.A. But the Warriors, with no Klay and limited experience on the bench, outplayed them.
Jordan Poole and Nemanja Bjelica stepped up, showing Golden State’s chemistry was stronger than L.A.’s superstar mix.
Match High Point: Curry’s triple-double (21 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists) in an unselfish, team-first win.
3️⃣ May 6, 2023 — Splash Brothers Strike Back
Final Score: Warriors 127 – Lakers 100 (Western Semifinals Game 2)
“When the Splash Brothers are locked in, it’s basically over for everyone — including the Lakers.”
After losing Game 1, the Warriors came out angry. Klay Thompson was on fire, hitting 8 threes. Steph orchestrated everything — motion, pace, spacing — pure art.
The Lakers looked overwhelmed as Golden State turned the Chase Center into a shooting clinic.
Match High Point: Klay’s back-to-back threes in the third quarter that sent fans into a frenzy.
4️⃣ May 8, 2023 — The Lonnie Walker Game
Final Score: Lakers 104 – Warriors 101
“If you told me Lonnie Walker IV would save the Lakers’ season, I’d have laughed — until I saw it happen.”
Walker came off the bench and scored all 15 of his points in the 4th quarter. He outplayed the Warriors’ stars in crunch time, giving the Lakers a crucial 3-1 series lead.
Even LeBron called it “the Lonnie game.” It was pure heart and hustle.
Match High Point: Walker’s mid-range jumper over Curry with 1:45 left — ice cold.
5️⃣ February 8, 2024 — Double OT Madness
Final Score: Lakers 145 – Warriors 144 (2OT)
“You could’ve turned that game into a movie — Curry drops 46, LeBron answers with 36, and it goes to double overtime.”
Both teams traded clutch buckets like a heavyweight boxing match. Curry’s last-second three in the first OT tied it, but in the second, LeBron’s drive sealed it for L.A.
It was an instant classic — one of those games fans still replay on YouTube.
Match High Point: Curry’s step-back three over Davis to force OT. Crowd went ballistic.
6️⃣ April 3, 2025 — Warriors’ Statement Win
Final Score: Warriors 123 – Lakers 116
“Everyone keeps doubting the Warriors’ timeline, and then they drop a performance like this.”
Golden State’s veterans proved they still had championship DNA. Curry and Draymond combined perfectly, while rookie Trayce Jackson-Davis brought new energy.
It wasn’t flashy — it was clinical. A veteran win against a younger Lakers lineup.
Match High Point: Curry’s no-look assist to Klay in the corner — vintage Splash combo . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6go_js-qoU
7️⃣ December 25, 2019 — Christmas Clash
Final Score: Lakers 116 – Warriors 86
“This one wasn’t close — but it symbolized a turning point.”
The Warriors were ravaged by injuries, while the Lakers were peaking under LeBron and AD. The Lakers dominated start to finish — a clear signal that a new West hierarchy was forming.
Even in defeat, Golden State showed heart, but it was LeBron’s night all the way.
Match High Point: LeBron’s thunderous dunk in transition — vintage King James.
This rivalry keeps evolving — from Magic vs. Mullin to LeBron vs. Curry. Every matchup feels like a chapter in California basketball history. Whether you’re Team Gold & Purple or Team Blue & Gold, one thing’s certain — when these two meet, the world watches.