The Lakers face an uphill battle in their playoff series against the Thunder, having lost the first two games by 18 points each. As the series shifts to Los Angeles, the Lakers must consider adjustments, including employing zone defense, attacking Shai Gilgeous-Alexander offensively, and reducing defensive switching to limit mismatches. If they fail to adapt, they risk falling into an 0-3 series deficit, a situation no NBA team has ever overcome. Game 3 is crucial for the Lakers to regain momentum and stay competitive.
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