The Golden State Warriors defeated the visiting Los Angeles Clippers, 120-114, at Chase Center on Thursday.

A 31-24 first quarter carried Golden State to their win, with Los Angeles never attempting a game-tying shot over the final three frames. The Warriors led by at least five points for the final 20 minutes and got their lead up to 18 points at times. Golden State shot 50 percent from the field while holding Los Angeles to 44 percent shooting. The Warriors out-rebounded the Clippers, 60-48, while out-assisting them, 30-26. The two teams only combined for 13 turnovers.

The Clippers (8-10) were led by Kawhi Leonard, collecting 23 points, seven rebounds and two steals, James Harden had 18 points, three rebounds and seven assists. Ivica Zubac amassed 18 points and 13 rebounds, while Paul George provided 15 points and 10 assists. Russell Westbrook led the bench with 14 points, 10 rebounds and five assists.

The Warriors (9-10) were led by Stephen Curry, compiling 26 points, seven rebounds and eight assists. Klay Thompson tallied 22 points, six rebounds and two assists. Draymond Green generated 13 points, five rebounds and five assists. Jonathan Kuminga led the bench with 17 points, six rebounds and three assists. Dario Saric and Brandin Podziemski also dropped 13 points apiece off the bench as well.

These teams will have a rematch on Saturday for their next outing.