What happened: Yaxel Lendeborg posted a game-high 19 points to give the Golden State Warriors a 63-57 halftime lead over the LA Clippers. He finished the opening half shooting 7 of 8 from the floor and 3 of 4 from 3-point range. The matchup remains in progress.

Why it matters: Golden State entered Monday at 3-3 through six games in the 2026-27 season, having earlier seen Lendeborg score against the Clippers during preseason action. The Clippers arrived at 1-4 through five games following a 127-101 loss to Minnesota.

What to watch: The teams will contest the second half with Golden State protecting a six-point margin.