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Lakers Nation > Blog > Gameday > Warriors Vs. Lakers Preview: Both Teams Shorthanded After Trade Deadline
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Warriors Vs. Lakers Preview: Both Teams Shorthanded After Trade Deadline

Corey Hansford
Published: 02/06/2025
4 Min Read
LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Lakers, Warriors
Jan 25, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (left) defends against Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (right) during the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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The Los Angeles Lakers return home after a successful Grammy road trip in which they went 5-1 to host the Golden State Warriors. Both LeBron James and Stephen Curry got some big time reinforcements with moves made at the trade deadline, but will have limited rotations as those players aren’t yet able to debut just yet.

Of course the Lakers made the biggest move of the deadline in trading for Luka Doncic, but the team also added a promising young center in Mark Williams. The Warriors, meanwhile, traded for former Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler as both teams hope these moves push them towards contender status in a stacked Western Conference.

The Lakers are the hottest they’ve been all season as James continues to play at an unbelievable level in leading this team. Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura have stepped up to help carry the offense as well, but losing Dalton Knecht further depletes the Lakers’ offensive weapons off the bench.

Gabe Vincent has played better as of late and Jarred Vanderbilt always provides an energy boost with his activity, but the team may need Shake Milton to be a spark as well and give the starters some support offensively.

Obviously Curry is the engine for the Warriors on offense, but he has little help next to him on that end of the court. The Lakers must be careful not to let Buddy Hield and Brandin Podziemski go off as both are capable of getting scorching hot.

Additionally, the Warriors are one of the better rebounding teams in the league, particularly on the offensive glass. They are one of the top teams in second chance points so the Lakers must put bodies on the Warriors and clear the defensive glass as those offensive rebounds often lead to open looks for Curry and the Warriors other shooters.

The Lakers handled the Warriors the last time these two teams played, but both squads are significantly different now. Even with a limited rotation, the Lakers have had success because they have played together, trusting each other on both ends of the court and with high energy. As long as they continue with that mindset, they have an excellent opportunity to keep the momentum going as they’re set to welcome in their new pieces.

Los Angeles Lakers (29-19) vs. Golden State Warriors (25-25)

Thursday, February 6, 7:00pm PT
Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
TV: TNT, truTV, MAX
Radio: 710 AM ESPN LA

Projected Lakers Starting Lineup:

PG: Austin Reaves
SG: Dorian Finney-Smith
SF: Rui Hachimura
PF: LeBron James
C: Jaxson Hayes

Key Reserves: Gabe Vincent, Jarred Vanderbilt, Shake Milton, Christian Koloko

Projected Warriors Starting Lineup:

PG: Stephen Curry
SG: Brandin Podziemski
SF: Buddy Hield
PF: Draymond Green
C: Quentin Post

Key Reserves: Moses Moody, Kevon Looney, Gary Payton II, Jackson Rowe

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TAGGED:Austin ReavesGolden State WarriorsLeBron JamesLos Angeles LakersStephen Curry
ByCorey Hansford
Corey Hansford is the Senior Editor for Lakers Nation, as well as a contributor for Dodger Blue, Rams News Wire, and Raiders News Wire. He is a passionate follower of the Los Angeles Lakers, Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Dodgers, Chelsea FC, and the UFC. He can usually be seen arguing the merits of Kobe Bryant or cursing the decisions of Jerry Jones. He is also a former producer and associate producer for Sirius XM Sports Radio on both the Fantasy Sports Channel and College Sports Nation. Proud graduate of Long Beach Poly High School and The Real HU, Howard University, with a degree in Broadcast Journalism. Follow him on all social media outlets at @TheeCoreyH.
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