Carlos Boozer, Lakers defeat Warriors, 115-105
The Los Angeles Lakers had an impressive game shooting the ball, finishing 46-89 (51.7%) from the field, including 12-26 (46.2%) from beyond the arc, in a 115-105 win over the Golden State Warriors. Los Angeles (9-19) picked up the win after falling to Sacramento Kings on Sunday.
Carlos Boozer came off the bench and put up 18 points on 8-11 shooting from the field and 2-6 from the free throw line. Ronnie Price also chipped in for Los Angeles, finishing with 17 points and eight assists. Despite the loss, Stephen Curry scored 22 points for Golden State on 10-14 shooting, including 2-5 from behind the arc. David Lee added 12 points and seven rebounds.
Along with their eFG% of 58.4%, the Lakers connected at a rate of 46.2% from 3-point range. On the season, they are 1-0 when they record marks above 55% and 40% in those respective categories. Conversely, the Warriors are 0-1 when allowing their opponents to reach those percentages.
This drops Golden State (23-4) to 2-1 against Los Angeles on the year.
Coming up next, the Lakers battle the Chicago Bulls, who are 19-9 on the year. The Warriors meet the Los Angeles Clippers, currently 19-10 this season. The Warriors have a 1-0 record against Los Angeles this season.
