# Lakers vs Warriors: Luka Doncic Predicted to Outshine Curry

> Luka Doncic will outscore Steph Curry in Lakers' opening night win against Warriors.
- Title: Lakers vs Warriors: Luka Doncic Predicted to Outshine Curry
- Summary: Luka Doncic will outscore Steph Curry in Lakers' opening night win against Warriors. Lakers' Luka Doncic is expected to score 30+ points against Warriors'…
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- Source: New York Post — https://nypost.com/2026/10/21/betting/warriors-vs-lakers-prediction-nba-picks-odds-best-bets-for-wednesday
- Published: 2026-10-21T22:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: lakers, warriors, steph curry, luka doncic, nba, preseason, news, entertainment
## Lakers Open Season
Lakers face Warriors in opening game with 5.5 point home favorite.
## Warriors' Struggles
Warriors finished eight games below .500 after losing to Suns in Play-In.
## Lakers' Roster Shift
Lakers rebuilt around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves after LeBron James left.
## Warriors' Injury Issues
Butler and Moody out with ACL injuries; Curry limping with ankle sprain.
## Prediction
Luka Doncic expected to score 30+ points and lead Lakers to win.

> Luka Doncic to score 30 points or more (-180, bet365)
## Key takeaway

Lakers' Luka Doncic is expected to score 30+ points against Warriors' Steph Curry in their opening game.