Warriors Dominate Clippers in Home Opener
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 11:00 PM ET · Chase Center
Golden State Warriors 98, LA Clippers 79, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won LA Clippers vs Golden State Warriors?
Golden State Warriors beat LA Clippers 98-79 at Chase Center on October 28, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Golden State Warriors triumphed over the LA Clippers with a final score of 98-79 at the Chase Center. This victory not only marked the Warriors' strong start to the season, improving their record to 4-1, but also extended their lead in the series against the Clippers to 2-0 for the season.
The Warriors have been in solid form recently, boasting a record of 6-4 over their last ten games, with an average of 118.6 points scored and 112.6 points allowed. Their latest victory against the Memphis Grizzlies on October 28 showcased their offensive capabilities, as they won 131-118. The Warriors' home record stands at 3-3, while they have been particularly effective on the road with a 3-1 record. In their last five games, they have averaged 125.0 points scored and allowed 124.2 points, indicating a high-scoring style of play.
On the other hand, the Clippers have shown mixed results, with a record of 2-2 on the road and 9-1 over their last ten games. They have averaged 119.5 points scored and 108.4 points allowed during this stretch. Their recent win against the Portland Trail Blazers on October 27, where they secured a 114-107 victory, highlighted their potential. However, the Clippers have struggled in their previous meetings with the Warriors, having lost all four encounters this season, including a close 124-119 loss on April 13.
In terms of injuries, the Warriors were without Jimmy Butler III and Moses Moody, both sidelined due to knee issues. The Clippers faced their own challenges, with Jordan Miller out due to a shoulder injury. Additionally, Bradley Beal and Yanic Konan Niederhauser were listed as day-to-day with hip and foot injuries, respectively, which could impact their availability in future games.
The market had priced the Warriors as strong favorites for this matchup, with the odds reflecting their home advantage and recent form. The conditions at the Chase Center were favorable for the Warriors, who capitalized on their home crowd support to deliver a strong performance.
Viewers were treated to a showcase of talent, particularly from Stephen Curry, who made a significant impact with a 28-foot three-point step back jump shot in the fourth quarter, contributing to the Warriors' scoring surge. The game featured a variety of scoring plays, including free throws and jump shots, as both teams battled for control. The Warriors' defense held firm, limiting the Clippers to just 79 points, underscoring their commitment to defensive intensity.
Overall, the Warriors' victory over the Clippers not only solidified their position in the league but also highlighted the ongoing rivalry between these two teams. As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on their performances, with the Warriors aiming to maintain their momentum and the Clippers seeking to overcome their recent struggles against Golden State.
Injury report
- Jimmy Butler IIIOutKneeGolden State Warriors
- Moses MoodyOutKneeGolden State Warriors
- Jordan MillerOutShoulderLA Clippers
- Bradley BealDay-To-DayHipLA Clippers
- Yanic Konan NiederhauserDay-To-DayFootLA Clippers
Leaders
- PointsJimmy Butler III21Golden State Warriors
- AssistsStephen Curry8Golden State Warriors
- ReboundsQuinten Post8Golden State Warriors
- PointsJames Harden20LA Clippers
- AssistsYanic Konan Niederhauser2LA Clippers
- ReboundsIvica Zubac12LA Clippers
Recent form
Golden State Warriors
Last 10: 6-4Streak W1118.6 scored · 112.6 allowed per game3-3 at home
- W131-118vs Memphis GrizzliesOct 28
- L119-139at Portland Trail BlazersOct 25
- W137-131vs Denver NuggetsOct 24
- W119-109at Los Angeles LakersOct 22
- L119-124vs LA ClippersApr 13
- W103-86at Portland Trail BlazersApr 12
- L111-114vs San Antonio SpursApr 10
- W133-95at Phoenix SunsApr 9
- L96-106vs Houston RocketsApr 7
- W118-104vs Denver NuggetsApr 5
LA Clippers
Last 10: 9-1Streak W2119.5 scored · 108.4 allowed per game2-1 away
- W114-107vs Portland Trail BlazersOct 27
- W129-102vs Phoenix SunsOct 25
- L108-129at Utah JazzOct 23
- W124-119at Golden State WarriorsApr 13
- W101-100at Sacramento KingsApr 12
- W134-117vs Houston RocketsApr 10
- W122-117vs San Antonio SpursApr 9
- W135-104vs Dallas MavericksApr 6
- W114-91vs Dallas MavericksApr 5
- W114-98vs New Orleans PelicansApr 3
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Lakers | - | 29 | W3 | .646 | 53 |
| Phoenix | 8 | 37 | W1 | .549 | 45 |
| LA Clippers | 11 | 40 | W1 | .512 | 42 |
| Golden State | 16 | 45 | L3 | .451 | 37 |
| Sacramento | 31 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
Box score
| Stat | LA Clippers | Golden State Warriors |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-82 | 39-86 |
| Field goal % | 37 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 6-33 | 17-45 |
| Three-point % | 18 | 38 |
| Free throws | 13-16 | 3-4 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 47 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 34 | 32 |
| Assists | 10 | 24 |
| Steals | 7 | 11 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 42 |
| Fouls | 5 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 24 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter51-46Kawhi Leonard makes 10-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter51-49Quinten Post makes 27-foot three point jumper (Stephen Curry assists)
- 3rd Quarter53-49Ivica Zubac makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter53-51Stephen Curry makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter55-51Ivica Zubac makes 6-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter55-53Stephen Curry makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter57-53Kawhi Leonard makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter57-54Stephen Curry makes free throw 1 of 3
- 3rd Quarter57-55Stephen Curry makes free throw 2 of 3
- 3rd Quarter57-56Stephen Curry makes free throw 3 of 3
- 3rd Quarter57-58Jimmy Butler III makes 3-foot dunk (Stephen Curry assists)
- 3rd Quarter57-60Jonathan Kuminga makes two point shot (Stephen Curry assists)
- 3rd Quarter57-63Brandin Podziemski makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter59-63Ivica Zubac makes 1-foot dunk
- 3rd Quarter61-63Ivica Zubac makes 3-foot layup (Kawhi Leonard assists)
- 3rd Quarter61-66Jimmy Butler III makes 28-foot three pointer
- 3rd Quarter61-68Stephen Curry makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter61-71Jimmy Butler III makes 23-foot three point jumper (Brandin Podziemski assists)
- 3rd Quarter63-71Brook Lopez makes 11-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter63-73Jimmy Butler III makes tip shot
- 3rd Quarter63-76Moses Moody makes 26-foot three point shot (Brandin Podziemski assists)
- 3rd Quarter63-78Brandin Podziemski makes driving layup (Jimmy Butler III assists)
- 4th Quarter63-80Jimmy Butler III makes 9-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter64-80Brook Lopez makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter66-80John Collins makes 5-foot dunk (Chris Paul assists)
- 4th Quarter67-80Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter68-80Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter68-83Quinten Post makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jimmy Butler III assists)
- 4th Quarter68-86Moses Moody makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jimmy Butler III assists)
- 4th Quarter68-88Jimmy Butler III makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter70-88Kawhi Leonard makes driving layup (James Harden assists)
- 4th Quarter70-90Draymond Green makes layup (Jimmy Butler III assists)
- 4th Quarter70-93Stephen Curry makes 28-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter71-93John Collins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter71-95Al Horford makes 5-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter73-95Kobe Brown makes 3-foot dunk (Yanic Konan Niederhauser assists)
- 4th Quarter75-95Bogdan Bogdanovic makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter78-95Cam Christie makes 25-foot three point jumper (Yanic Konan Niederhauser assists)
- 4th Quarter78-98Will Richard makes 26-foot three point jumper (Brandin Podziemski assists)
- 4th Quarter79-98Cam Christie makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Golden State Warriors, below favours LA Clippers.
Venue
- Chase CenterSan Francisco, CA
- Attendance18064
- OfficialsBrent Barnaky, Curtis Blair, J.T. Orr
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