Why the Warriors are Beating the Lakers

Oct. 14, 2023, 7:30 a.m. Sports

The Warriors are currently on a four-game winning streak against the Lakers. Los Angeles has not been able to put up much of a fight against Golden State, losing by an average of 19.5 points. There are a number of reasons why the Warriors have been so successful against the Lakers this season.

For one, the Warriors have simply been the better team. They have a better record than the Lakers and have been more consistent throughout the season. They also have a much more talented roster, with players like Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant leading the way.

The Lakers have also been hampered by injuries. LeBron James has missed several games due to injury, and other key players like Anthony Davis have also been sidelined. This has made it difficult for the Lakers to keep up with the Warriors.

Finally, the Warriors have had success against the Lakers in recent years. They have won eight of the last 10 games between the two teams, dating back to 2016. This includes a four-game sweep of the Lakers in the 2017 playoffs.

The Lakers will need to make some adjustments if they want to start beating the Warriors. They need to stay healthy and find a way to slow down Curry and Durant. But even if they can do that, it will be a tough task to take down the defending champions.