Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors traveled to Los Angeles Friday night looking to push the Lakers not only from their sole possession of the eighth seed, but also playoff contention all together. The Lakers, who have won the last nine home meetings versus Golden State, hoped to continue the streak to keep their head above water as the end of the season gets closer.
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With the Warriors touting the best shooting back court in the NBA, L.A. had their work cut out for them on defense – something that has been problematic thus far in the season. Curry, who has an average of 22.5 points per game, with the assistance of Klay Thompson and numerous others, has established his side as a high scoring team. Their presence in the paint was …