The stakes are high in Game 4 as the Los Angeles Lakers have one more game at home before the series shifts back to Phoenix.
The Lakers grasped the series lead, 2-1, following their Game 3 victory Thursday, winning by 14 points. The margin marked the largest win any of the teams have had in the series.
Anthony Davis has found his rhythm, dropping 34 points in two straight wins, which led all scorers in both games.
The Phoenix Suns couldn’t muster any points for long stretches in Game 3, as the Lakers finally made life difficult for Devin Booker, who had poured in over 30 points in the first two games at home.
Chris Paul’s health has been the overarching concern for the Suns. His shoulder hasn’t held up since it was first injured in Game 1, but he’s played through it.
Let’s look at key storylines for the series as it heads to Game 4: