Lakers vs. Warriors Injury Report: Status Updates For Walker Kessler, Ziaire Williams, And More Ahead Of Western Conference Showdown
Updated injury report provides clarity on player availability for Lakers-Warriors showdown.
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Jimmy Butler is Warriors’ biggest winner from Yaxel Lendeborg’s stunning rise
Jimmy Butler is still on the sidelines recovering from injury, but he might be the biggest winner from Yaxel Lendeborg's rise at the Golden State Warriors.
NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Bulls, Caleb Wilson, Heat
The Lakers snap a 4-1 start despite Luka Doncic’s back tightness, with the star cleared to return Friday against the Warriors; Ziaire Williams remains questionable. Meanwhile, the Bulls get a spark from Caleb Wilson’s 20 points and Matas Buzelis’s 17 as they fall to Jalen Brunson’s Knicks, showing a promising, aggressive style. In Miami, the Heat finally break an 0‑4 slump by embracing more screens and pick‑and‑rolls, letting Bam Adebayo and Giannis Antetokounmpo dominate the paint and Pelle Larsson rack up eight assists in the win over Atlanta.
Warriors coach Steve Kerr’s doppelganger details how Roger Federer fell for identity mix-up
A look‑alike of Warriors head coach Steve Kerr recounts how tennis legend Roger Federer mistakenly embraced him, thinking he was the NBA coach. The doppelganger says Federer took his phone, snapped a selfie and gave a "double pat" during a Warriors event where the team beat the Minnesota Timberwolves, improving to 2‑3 on the season. The anecdote, reported by Pablo Finds Out, highlights the mix‑up and includes comments about Federer’s admiration for Kerr and Steph Curry.
Pacific Notes: Lendeborg, Curry, Booker, Maluach, Dick
Stephen Curry praised rookie Yaxel Lendeborg’s composure and versatility after the former Michigan star posted 31 points, 12 rebounds and six assists in a win at Denver and followed with 26 points and nine boards in Minnesota. Curry also logged 24 points on Monday and a season‑high 44 on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Suns’ Devin Booker turns 30, prompting discussions of his next career phase, and rookie big man Khaman Maluach’s erratic three starts spark debate over lineup choices. Clippers coach Tyronn Lue highlights Gradey Dick’s hustle, keeping the former lottery pick in the rotation as he heads toward restricted free agency.
Ben Simmons Reveals He Called Out Steve Kerr After Warriors’ Interest In Him This Summer
Ben Simmons opens up about his conversation with the Warriors' head coach Steve Kerr after Golden State reportedly passed on the Kings guard this summer, despite training camp interest.
Luka Doncic cleared for injury return in Warriors clash
Luka Doncic is cleared to play in the Lakers’ Friday road game against the Golden State Warriors after missing the Clippers matchup with a back issue. Coach JJ Redick said the injury was precautionary amid a grueling five‑games‑in‑seven‑nights stretch. The Lakers could also see forward Ziaire Williams return. Doncic, already a early MVP candidate, leads the league with 36.0 points, 6.8 rebounds and 8.3 assists per game, including a 52‑point performance versus Utah, and will add drama to the Warriors clash.
Ben Simmons injury unfortunately proved Steve Kerr right about Warriors’ concerns
Ben Simmons' devastating torn achilles unfortunately proved Steve Kerr and the Golden State Warriors right for their concern over the 30-year-old's health.
Warriors rumors: ClutchPoints’ insider makes Kristaps Porzingis prediction, floats trade idea
NBA insider Brett Siegel predicts that the Golden State Warriors will move Kristaps Porzingis this season, saying he likely won’t suit up for the team again. With Porzingis still sidelined by health issues and no debut in the 2026‑27 campaign, Siegel warns the Warriors will either trade the Latvian big man before the deadline or buy him out. Porzingis, who was dealt to Golden State from the Hawks in the Jonathan Kuminga trade, posted 16.1 points, 5.3 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 15 games last year. The article details his injury history and the looming roster decision.
Draymond Green Says Thunder Are Out Of The Championship Picture After Recent Injuries
Warriors star Draymond Green reveals the true implications of Jalen Williams' absence for the Thunder.
Steve Kerr Lookalike Reveals How He Fooled Roger Federer Into Taking a Selfie Without Telling Him the Truth
During a Warriors‑Spurs game on March 9, 2024, Las Vegas teacher Steve Gillis—who looks strikingly like Warriors coach Steve Kerr—was approached by tennis legend Roger Federer, who snapped a selfie thinking he was meeting Kerr. Gillis, who runs a volleyball academy and was in the crowd thanks to a birthday ticket, says the mix‑up lasted only nine seconds and he never revealed the mistake. The incident sparked commentator jokes, led to a group chat with Kerr, and sparked a budding friendship between the two Steves.
Yaxel Lendeborg’s near double-double couldn’t hide frustrating night in Minnesota
Yaxel Lendeborg scored 26 points but left Minnesota frustrated as the Golden State Warriors rookie prepares for another matchup with Luka Doncic.
Kevin Knox Signs With Unicaja Malaga
Former NBA forward Kevin Knox, the 2018 No. 9 pick, signs a rest‑of‑season contract with Spain’s Unicaja Málaga after being waived by Orlando. The deal, pending a physical, marks Knox’s first overseas stint. A seven‑year NBA veteran, Knox posted 7.3 points and 2.8 rebounds over 320 games, most recently with Golden State in 2024‑25, and averaged 21.4 points and 7.7 rebounds in 39 G‑League games last season. Unicaja, battling injuries, competes in the Liga ACB and Basketball Champions League.
ClutchPoints’ Insider plants flag on Yaxel Lendeborg being top-5 pick in immediate redraft
Rookie big man Yaxel Lendeborg has ignited the Warriors despite a 2-3 start to the 2026‑27 season, averaging 22.6 points, 9.2 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.0 steal in 33 minutes per game. At 24, the No. 11 overall pick leads all rookies in points per game and ranks in the top five for points, rebounds, assists and steals. ClutchPoints insider Brett Siegel says Lendeborg would be a top‑five pick in a redraft and is a frontrunner for Rookie of the Year, with Draymond Green already hailing him as the franchise’s next face.
Herb Jones' potential availability poses a serious Warriors frontcourt question
The Golden State Warriors need to consider a trade for Herb Jones if he becomes available. But that poses a serious question about their frontcourt.
Yaxel Lendeborg is ‘absolutely’ looking forward to rematch with Luka Dončić
Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg says he is "absolutely" eager for Friday’s NBA Cup Group Play rematch with Luka Dončić, after their heated exchange during the Lakers’ 124‑108 rout of the Warriors on Oct. 21. Lendeborg, who’s averaging 22.6 points, 9.2 rebounds and 4 assists in his first five games, boasts a 55.1% two‑point and 35.5% three‑point shooting clip, while Dončić leads the league with 36.0 points, 8.3 assists and 6.8 rebounds. The two will meet again at Chase Center, marking the second of at least four season meetings between Golden State and Los Angeles.
Rudy Gobert Responds to Viral Video of LaMelo Ball's Apparent Frustration on T-Wolves Bench
Rudy Gobert isn't worried about an interaction with LaMelo Ball that turned some heads during Wednesday's loss to the Golden State Warriors.
Collin Sexton complimented Jarred Vanderbilt’s professionalism, leadership
After four games out of the Lakers’ rotation, forward Jarred Vanderbilt earns a spot against the Clippers on Oct. 28, delivering 21 minutes of high‑energy defense that helps Los Angeles win by 22 points. Coach JJ Redick highlights Vanderbilt’s ability to front Brook Lopez, while former Utah teammate Collin Sexton praises his professionalism and steady leadership, saying Vanderbilt “always stays ready” and boosts the locker‑room vibe. With Kevon Looney struggling, Vanderbilt looks set to remain in the rotation as the Lakers head into NBA Cup Group Play versus the Warriors on Friday.
Yaxel Lendeborg's playmaking leap could be what completes this Warriors rotation
The Golden State Warriors can't ask much more of Yaxel Lendeborg. But it's clear that another leap is coming.
WNBA Finals Game 7: Atlanta's shooting vs. Golden State's defense
The Dream outscored the Valkyries by 33 points, but the series is tied. Gray's shooting, Reese's playmaking and Golden State's center rotation could decide it.
NBA Notes: Jazz, Darryn Peterson, Lakers, Collin Sexton, Warriors
In Utah, rookie Darryn Peterson posts 18 points but coach Will Hardy benches him for overtime, turning to Brice Sensabaugh who scores all six OT points in a 117-111 loss to the Spurs. In Los Angeles, Collin Sexton erupts for 21 points in the Lakers’ 4-1 start, earning praise from JJ Redick for his fire. Meanwhile, Steve Kerr warns the Warriors to avoid flashy plays after a near‑collapse sees Golden State cling to a 119-114 win over Minnesota, despite rookie Yaxel Lendeborg’s 26 points and seven turnovers.
Is Steve Kerr plotting with a doppelgänger to create a scandal on Election Day?
Coach Steve Kerr teams up with his uncanny look‑alike, English teacher and U.S. men’s volleyball coach Steve Gillis, on the "Pablo Torre Finds Out" podcast. The 20‑minute segment, recorded after Kerr’s controversial remarks about the NBA, plays off the viral doppelgänger hype and ends with jokes that could fuel right‑wing outrage. While not a Warriors news update, the piece explores the odd world of celebrity look‑alikes, recalling past incidents involving Klay Thompson and Steph Curry impersonators, and highlights the growing social‑media platform for ordinary fans to become quasi‑public figures.
Cameras Catch Jonathan Kuminga’s Heated Argument With Ex-Warriors Teammates Amid Rudy Gobert Frustration
In Minnesota’s 119-114 loss to the Warriors on Oct. 29, 2026, former Warrior Jonathan Kuminga sparks a heated bench argument with his ex‑team while rookie LaMelo Ball shouts at Rudy Gobert, who endures a silent, frustrating night. Kuminga, scoring a career‑high 20 points, explains he was talking to a former development coach, not trash‑talking. Gobert, limited to 0‑for‑4 shooting, finishes with only one point as the Warriors, led by Stephen Curry’s 44, out‑rebound Minnesota 53‑42. The incident follows Gobert’s 0‑for‑9 outing against Cleveland, highlighting mounting tension as the Timberwolves seek stability after key injuries.
Warriors Rookie Looking Forward to Lakers Matchup After Luka Doncic Incident
Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg is eager for his second showdown with Lakers guard Luka Doncic on Friday, after a heated encounter in their season‑opener where Lendeborg earned a technical foul for confronting Doncic. Lendeborg, who is posting 22.6 points and 9.2 rebounds in his first five games, said he looks forward to the rematch, while Doncic sits out Wednesday with back tightness but still averages 36 points, 6.8 rebounds and 8.3 assists. The matchup at Crypto.com Arena will pit a promising rookie against the league’s premier scorer, sparking anticipation for more on‑court drama.
‘Uniquely Nellie’: Dallas Mavericks To Honor Don Nelson With Nellie Night Nov. 18 Against Golden State Warriors
The Dallas Mavericks will host “Nellie Night” on Nov. 18 against the Golden State Warriors to honor Hall of Fame coach Don Nelson, who passed away Aug. 9 at age 86. Tip‑off is 8:30 p.m. CT; ESPN will broadcast nationally. The first 10,000 fans receive a commemorative playing‑card deck, and players will wear special “Nellie” shooting shirts. The event includes tributes from family, former players and coaches, and a $25,000 donation to the Humane Society of North Texas in Nelson’s name. Nelson, who served as Mavs GM and head coach from 1997‑2005, drafted Dirk Nowitzki and Steve Nash, amassed a 339‑251 record and led four straight playoff trips, ranking second in franchise wins. The Warriors will also honor him with a “Nellie” band on their jerseys for the season.
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