Lakers vs Warriors: Full Recap, Steph Curry Injury Update, and What's Next
The Lakers vs Golden State Warriors rivalry delivered another compelling chapter on February 7, 2026 ET at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The Lakers defeated the Warriors 105–99, with LeBron James posting a double-double and Steph Curry watching from the bench for the 10th consecutive game. Here is everything you need to know — results, player stats, Steph Curry's injury status, where to watch, and what comes next.
Lakers vs Golden State Warriors Final Score and Key Stats
The Lakers won 105–99 behind a dominant third quarter, outscoring the Warriors 38–29 to blow open a close game. Los Angeles shot 50.7% from the field and dominated inside with 42 points in the paint. Golden State had 16 steals but shot a costly 27.5% from three on 51 attempts — an unsustainable rate that ultimately cost them the game.
| Stat | Lakers | Warriors |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 105 | 99 |
| FG% | 50.7% | 42.4% |
| 3PT% | 40.7% | 27.5% |
| Rebounds | 53 | 44 |
| Assists | 29 | 25 |
| Points in Paint | 42 | 48 |
| Steals | 7 | 16 |
| Bench Points | 44 | 31 |
LeBron James, Rui Hachimura Lead the Lakers vs Warriors Win
LeBron James posted 20 points, 7 rebounds, and 10 assists for a double-double but turned the ball over 7 times. Rui Hachimura was the offensive bright spot — shooting 7-of-10 from the field including 4-of-5 from three for 18 points on an eye-popping 90% true shooting. Jarred Vanderbilt was the unsung hero with 13 points, 8 rebounds, 2 steals, and a plus-11 rating. Austin Reaves added 16 points and 8 assists while drawing 7 fouls.
Draymond Green and Moses Moody Lead Golden State Warriors
Draymond Green started and posted 9 points, 4 rebounds, and 6 assists — picking up a technical foul in the process and fouling out with 5 personal fouls. Moses Moody led the Warriors with 25 points on 47% shooting including 5-of-14 from three, adding 3 steals. Pat Spencer contributed 14 points and 7 assists off the bench. Without Steph Curry, Golden State's bench punched above its weight but fell short down the stretch.
Is Steph Curry Playing Tonight? Injury Update March 1, 2026
No — Steph Curry is not playing tonight and has not played in 10 consecutive games. Curry has been out since January 30 when he exited a game against the Detroit Pistons with right knee soreness later diagnosed as patellofemoral pain syndrome — commonly known as runner's knee — as well as a bone bruise in his right knee.
Curry reportedly suffered a setback in his recovery when he pushed too hard attempting to accelerate his return, which pushed his timeline further back. He is scheduled to be reevaluated on Sunday, March 1 ET. An MRI showed no structural damage, but persistent pain and swelling have made predicting a return timeline difficult.
Before going down, Curry was averaging 27.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 4.8 assists per game while leading the league in three-pointers made per game at 4.5. Because he will not reach the 65-game threshold, Curry is now ineligible for All-NBA or any other major awards this season.
Warriors Standings and Playoff Picture Without Curry
The Warriors are fairly comfortably locked into the No. 7–8 matchup in the Western Conference, sitting 3.5 games back of the Lakers for the sixth seed. Golden State is 4-5 in games without Curry during this stretch. Already missing Jimmy Butler to a season-ending torn ACL, the Warriors have had a very difficult time generating offense in Curry's absence.
Where to Watch Lakers vs Golden State Warriors Games
The Lakers host the Sacramento Kings on Monday, March 2, 2026 ET at 9:30 p.m. ET on ESPN. The Warriors' next game is at home against the LA Clippers on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 ET at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN. The next Lakers vs Warriors meeting has not yet been announced for March 2026. All NBA games stream on the NBA App and are available on ESPN, ABC, and TNT depending on the broadcast schedule.
