Yaxel Lendeborg erupted for a career-high 37 points as Golden State extended its winning streak to four, even with Stephen Curry and Draymond Green resting. Toronto fell to the Lakers despite forcing 22 turnovers, while the Hawks will be without suspended rookie guard Kingston Flemings against Indiana and could also be short-handed up front.

By the Numbers
  • Warriors 124, Clippers 112; Golden State has won 4 straight after an 0-3 start.
  • Lendeborg: 37 points, 6-for-11 from 3-point range and 6 assists; he’s shooting 40.9% from 3 through 7 games.
  • Raptors 125, Lakers 131; Luka Doncic had 45 points, 8 threes and 15 rebounds.
  • Toronto forced 22 turnovers, including 14 steals.
Yes, But

Lendeborg’s hot shooting is an early-season sample, though his makes have included difficult shots—not just open looks. Toronto generated chances to rally, but Jakob Poeltl’s late scratch left the team vulnerable inside, and it couldn’t complete its comeback.

State of Play
  • Toronto stays in Los Angeles to face the Clippers Monday; Poeltl’s availability is uncertain, and Kawhi Leonard is already out.
  • Flemings is suspended for Monday’s game against Indiana. Jalen Johnson is questionable, while Jock Landale, Mouhamed Gueye and Henri Veesaar are out.
  • The Hawks could give more minutes to Aaron Wiggins or RayJ Dennis in the backcourt, with Asa Newell, Zuby Ejiofor or a small-ball lineup options up front.
What's Next

Toronto’s frontcourt health will be a key factor against the Clippers. Atlanta must find replacement minutes for Flemings and potentially several frontcourt players against Indiana.

Bottom Line

Golden State’s streak is getting a boost from an emerging scorer, while Toronto and Atlanta face immediate availability challenges that could test their depth.