NBA: Warriors beat Lakers to open title defence as Celtics edge 76ers

RIVALS: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers speaks to Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors during their game at Chase Center. Pic: Ezra Shaw/Getty Images

Golden State Warriors 123-109 Los Angeles Lakers

Steph Curry opened the season with 33 points, seven assists and six rebounds, and the Golden State Warriors beat LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers 123-109 on Tuesday night after receiving their championship rings in a pregame ceremony.