Quick answer: The Golden State Warriors beat the Denver Nuggets 134-114 on Monday night, 26 October, in Denver for their first win of the season. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg had 31 points and 12 rebounds, and Stephen Curry scored 24 on a perfect 8-for-8 from the field. Golden State shot 22 for 44 from three and avoided its first 0-4 start since 2007-08.
Warriors vs Nuggets: score by quarter
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden State Warriors | 28 | 32 | 40 | 34 | 134 |
| Denver Nuggets | 32 | 24 | 28 | 30 | 114 |
Denver led after the first quarter, but Golden State took over after halftime with a 40-point third quarter and scored 74 points in the second half. The Warriors led by as many as 24.
Yaxel Lendeborg’s breakout night
| Stat | Lendeborg |
|---|---|
| Points | 31 |
| Rebounds | 12 (4 offensive) |
| Assists | 6 |
| Field goals | 9/19 |
| Free throws | 12/13 |
| Plus-minus | +27 |
The rookie out of Michigan came in averaging 18.7 points and 8.3 rebounds. He did his damage inside and at the line rather than from three (1 for 8), scoring 16 points in the paint. His name became one of the top US searches overnight as fans looked up the Warriors’ new forward.
Stephen Curry’s perfect game
Curry scored 24 points on 8-for-8 shooting, including 3-for-3 from three and 5-for-5 at the line, with 21 of his points coming after halftime. He, Draymond Green and Brandin Podziemski all returned after sitting out the previous game in Phoenix.
Key player stats
Warriors
- Yaxel Lendeborg: 31 PTS, 12 REB, 6 AST
- Stephen Curry: 24 PTS, 8/8 FG, 3 AST, 2 STL
- Brandin Podziemski: 18 PTS, 7 REB, 5 AST, +33
- Al Horford: 11 PTS, 3/3 3PT
- Draymond Green: 3 PTS, 7 AST
Nuggets
- DeMar DeRozan: 21 PTS
- Jamal Murray: 19 PTS, 8 AST, 6 REB
- Nikola Jokić: 19 PTS, 11 AST, 7 REB
- Bryce Hopkins: 13 PTS
- Aaron Gordon: 7 PTS; picked up a double technical in the fourth and left the game
Team stats
| Category | Warriors | Nuggets |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 46/85 (54.1%) | 42/84 (50%) |
| 3-pointers | 22/44 (50%) | 10/29 (34.5%) |
| Free throws | 20/21 | 20/23 |
| Rebounds | 45 | 32 |
| Assists | 31 | 31 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 12 |
Denver’s problems
The Nuggets were without Alpha Diallo (wrist), Cameron Johnson (ankle), Spencer Jones (hamstring) and Julian Strawther (knee). Jokić was subbed out with 3:33 left and Denver down 21. Two nights earlier, Jokić had criticised home fans for booing during the home opener, a 141-135 win over New Orleans after a 23-point comeback.
What’s next
- Warriors (1-3): at the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday.
- Nuggets: at the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday.
FAQ
Who won Warriors vs Nuggets?
Golden State won 134-114 in Denver on 26 October 2026.
Who is Yaxel Lendeborg?
A Warriors rookie forward from Michigan who scored 31 points with 12 rebounds against Denver.
Did Stephen Curry miss a shot?
No. He went 8-for-8 from the field and 5-for-5 from the line for 24 points.
Is this the Warriors’ first win?
Yes. They had started the season 0-3.
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Sources: Associated Press via Yahoo Sports, NBA box score data (Sportradar); Google Trends US.
