Game Recap
The most recent meeting between the Clippers and Warriors occurred on October 17, 2025 (pre-season), with the Clippers edging out the Warriors 106-103.
- The Clippers shot 42-88 (47.7 %) from the field, while the Warriors shot 40-86 (46.5 %).
- Three-point shooting was shaky for both: Clippers made 8-34 (23.5 %), Warriors 15-46 (32.6 %).
- Rebounds: Clippers grabbed 57, Warriors grabbed 47.
- Assists: Clippers had 30, Warriors had 25.
- Turnovers: Clippers 20, Warriors 23.
While this was a pre-season game (so we can temper expectation accordingly), it gives some early clues about each team’s rhythm, strengths and areas for improvement.
Key Player Stats & Performances
Here are some standouts from that game:
Clippers:
- Kobe Sanders (SG) posted 25 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists in limited minutes.
- On the Warriors side, Stephen Curry recorded 20 points, 4 rebounds, 5 assists.
Because this was pre-season and box‐score depth is limited in available reporting, we should be cautious about drawing strong conclusions on individual consistency.
Context & Significance
- The Clippers showed a slight edge in rebounding and assists in this contest, indicating some control of pace and possession.
- The three-point percentages for both teams were low (especially for the Clippers), which suggests that if either club improves from beyond the arc during the regular season it could yield a big swing.
- Turnovers remain a concern for both sides. The Warriors’ 23 turnovers here is a number that would hamper effective regular‐season performance if recurring.
- Pre‐season games are as much about tinkering and evaluating depth as they are about wins and losses. So while this result is positive for the Clippers, it must be taken in that light.
Looking Back: Regular Season Showdown
To zoom out, we can look at a more substantive regular-season game from April 13, 2025. In that matchup:
- The Clippers beat the Warriors 124-119 (OT).
- Star performances:
- James Harden: 39 points, 10 assists.
- Kawhi Leonard: 33 points, 7 assists, 6 rebounds.
- Warriors’ lead man: Stephen Curry with 36 points.
- Team stats for that game: Clippers shot 48-86 (55.8 %), Warriors 43-79 (54.4 %). Clippers also out‐rebounded 49 to 34.
- The win was meaningful: it helped the Clippers secure the No.5 seed in the West, while the Warriors were relegated to a play-in scenario.
This game shows the Clippers making impactful, high level contributions from their stars and gaining an advantage in the matchup.
What to Watch Going Forward
- Shooting Consistency: Both teams need to maintain a decent three‐point percentage. In the pre‐season game the Clippers struggled (23.5 %).
- Turnovers: The Warriors especially must clean up their ball control if they want to avoid giving opponents easy opportunities.
- Rebounding and Hustle: The Clippers’ rebounding edge appears to have been a theme in key games. If they maintain that, they can control second-chance points and tempo.
- Star Player Health & Efficiency: Regular season games hinge on elite performances from guys like Harden, Leonard, and Curry. Matchups tilt heavily depending on how these players show up.
- Depth & Role Players: Pre-season gives glimpses of bench players stepping up. How each team’s supporting cast contributes will influence how they fare in tight contests.