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Lakers’ LeBron James On Trailing 0-3 Vs Thunder : ‘We Still Got Life’
James said the Lakers still have life after another second-half collapse left them down 3-0 and facing a possible sweep.
- The Los Angeles Lakers lost 131-108 to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday in Game 3, falling into a 0-3 series hole in the Western Conference semifinals. Game 4 is scheduled for Monday at Crypto.com Arena.
- Oklahoma City outscored Los Angeles 74-49 in the second half, dominating the third quarter 33-20 with relentless depth and versatility. The Lakers struggled with turnovers and rebounding throughout the series.
- LeBron James called the Thunder "an incredible basketball team" while insisting he is "not angry or disappointed" despite the 3-0 deficit. The 41-year-old superstar remains focused on Game 4.
- Lakers coach JJ Redick said the Thunder "kicked our ass" for three straight games but vowed to continue fighting. The squad remains shorthanded without Luka Doncic, sidelined with a hamstring strain.
- No team in NBA history has recovered from a 3-0 playoff deficit, making this the greatest challenge of James's 23-year career. The Lakers face elimination Monday night in Los Angeles.
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The Lakers again let go of an advantage with which they came to rest in the second part of Saturday night's game at Crypto.com Arena. The fourth match will be played on Monday night.
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