The Los Angeles Lakers showed why they are one of the top contenders for the NBA championship as they dismantled the Golden State Warriors in Game 3 of their Western Conference semifinal series on Saturday night. The Lakers used their superior size and strength to outmuscle the Warriors, winning 121-98 to take a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series.
LeBron James was once again the catalyst for the Lakers, finishing with 25 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists for his second triple-double of the playoffs. James was a dominant force on both ends of the court, leading the Lakers in scoring and making life difficult for the Warriors' shooters with his relentless defense.
Lakers' Defense Proves Too Much for Warriors
The Lakers' defense was the key to their victory in Game 3, as they held the Warriors to just 39% shooting from the field and 31% from beyond the arc. The Warriors struggled to find open shots against the Lakers' suffocating defense, and their star players were unable to get going.
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Draymond Green, in particular, had a frustrating night, finishing with just six points on 3-of-11 shooting. After the game, Green was critical of the Lakers' free throw attempts, saying that the Warriors were "playing against the refs and the Lakers."
Lakers' Bench Comes up Big in Game 3
In addition to James' heroics, the Lakers also got a big boost from their bench in Game 3. Kent Bazemore and Malik Monk each scored 15 points off the bench, and Dwight Howard added 12 points and nine rebounds in just 18 minutes of action.
The Lakers' depth was on full display in Game 3, and their bench outscored the Warriors' bench 49-30. If the Lakers' reserves can continue to play at this level, they will be a tough team to beat in the playoffs.
D'Angelo Russell Discusses Impending Free Agency
While the Lakers were celebrating their victory, former Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell was preparing for his own playoff game with the Minnesota Timberwolves. Russell, who was traded by the Lakers in 2017, is set to become a free agent this offseason and has been linked to a possible return to Los Angeles.
In an interview with Sports Illustrated, Russell discussed his impending free agency and his time with the Lakers. Russell said that he has "no regrets" about his time in Los Angeles and that he would "definitely consider" returning to the Lakers if the opportunity arose.
Lakers Look to Take Control of Series in Game 4
With a 2-1 lead in the series, the Lakers will look to take control of the series in Game 4 on Monday night. The Warriors will be desperate to avoid falling behind 3-1, but they will need to find a way to overcome the Lakers' size and strength if they want to even the series.
The Lakers, meanwhile, will be looking to build on their dominant performance in Game 3 and continue to play with the same intensity and energy that has made them one of the top teams in the league this season.
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