Keaton Wagler leads LA Clippers past Warriors in preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 2:28 AM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026

The LA Clippers defeated the Golden State Warriors 104-101 in their preseason opener held in Hawaii. Rookie Keaton Wagler, the No. 5 overall pick in the NBA Draft, made a crucial go-ahead shot with 14 seconds remaining. Despite struggling with his shooting, Wagler contributed 15 points, six rebounds, and a pair of assists. He described the experience of playing against veteran Stephen Curry as surreal while focusing on his development. The Clippers have one more preseason game before the regular season begins on October 21 against the Sacramento Kings.
- •Clippers win preseason opener against Warriors 104-101.
- •Keaton Wagler scores 15 points and hits game-winning shot.
- •Stephen Curry contributes 10 points for Golden State.
- •Clippers' next game is against the Denver Nuggets.
- •Regular season opener is on October 21 against the Kings.
- 2:28 AMYahoo Sports — Keaton Wagler details first week of NBA experience facing Stephen Curry, Warriors
"The LA Clippers opened up their preseason on a strong note when they took down Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors on Hawaii. The Clippers claimed the 104-101 victory thanks in part to the clutch shot-making of rookie Keaton Wagler. The No. 5 overall pick in this year’s NBA Draft, Wagler hit the go-ahead shot with 14 seconds remaining in […] The post Keaton Wagler details first week of NBA experience facing Stephen Curry, Warriors appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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