A Tense Finish in Honolulu
The LA Clippers secured a narrow 104-101 victory over the visiting Golden State Warriors on Sunday, October 4, 2026. The contest, held at the Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu with an attendance of 10,112, was defined by late-game scoring runs and efficient finishing from Los Angeles.
Rui Hachimura led the Clippers with 21 points, providing the offensive spark needed to close out the game. Darius Garland orchestrated the offense for LA, dishing out a team-high six assists. On the defensive glass, Cam Christie was pivotal for the Clippers, grabbing eight rebounds to help control the boards.
Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
The first quarter saw both teams trade baskets in a tight contest that ended with Golden State holding a slim 24-23 lead. The Warriors’ offense found its rhythm in the second quarter, outscoring Los Angeles 32-19 to take a commanding 55-42 advantage into halftime.
The third quarter remained competitive, but the Clippers began to chip away at the deficit. Despite Golden State extending their lead briefly, LA’s defense tightened up, holding the Warriors to 22 points in the period while scoring 30 themselves to tie the game heading into the final frame.
The fourth quarter proved decisive. The teams exchanged leads and ties multiple times. Key moments included a driving layup by Malevy Leons that gave the Clippers their first lead of the quarter, followed by clutch free throws from Cam Christie in the final minute.
With seconds remaining, Graham Ike scored a crucial tip shot to put LA ahead 101-100, and subsequent defensive stops allowed the Clippers to seal the win.
