What happened: Columnist Mike Silver called for Golden State to dismiss head coach Steve Kerr on Friday night. The remark came as the Warriors faced a 23-point first-quarter deficit against the Los Angeles Lakers. Golden State responded by outscoring Los Angeles the rest of the way to secure a 112-95 victory.

Why it matters: The victory marked the largest margin of victory in the shot-clock era for any team that trailed by 20 or more points at the end of the first quarter. Kerr's squad erased the early gap to overcome a sluggish start and steady its early-season rotation. The performance also quickly settled external criticism that surfaced during the opening frame.

What to watch: The Warriors look to build on their record-setting comeback as regular-season action continues.