SAN FRANCISCO — The Los Angeles Lakers dropped their first game of the California Classic at Chase Center to the Golden State Warriors 89-84 on Saturday after leading by double digits in the first half.
The Lakers struggled defensively in the second half, giving up 30 points in the third quarter, when they trailed for the first time.
Bronny James traveled with the team but did not suit up.
Darius Bazley was the Lakers only constant on defense, switching on the perimeter while contesting shots at the rim. Perimeter defense was a clear struggle for L.