Warriors 111-103 Over Lakers; Horford Shines

The Golden State Warriors beat the Los Angeles Lakers 111-103 in their preseason opener. Moses Moody led Golden State with a game-high 19 points and Stephen Curry added 14, while veteran Al Horford made an immediate impact off the bench in about 14–15 minutes, finishing with 3 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 blocks and a +13. Coach Steve Kerr praised Horford’s rotations, timing and calming veteran presence, and the team pursued him in the offseason. At 39, Horford’s health and minutes will be monitored, but reporters and teammates view him as a clear asset if he stays available. Horford’s strong debut also puts pressure on backup center Trayce Jackson‑Davis’s roster standing, while the Lakers — missing key players such as LeBron James — struggled to match Golden State despite contributions from Deandre Ayton and Jarred Vanderbilt.