Doncic, who had carried the Lakers’ offense through the first two games by averaging 34 points per contest, struggled a lot in Game 3. The Slovenian star finished with just 17 points on 6-of-16 shooting, adding seven rebounds and eight assists, but looking visibly fatigued and unlike his usual self.

General manager Rob Pelinka praised Luka Doncic's work ethic since he joined the Los Angeles Lakers back in February.

Lakers GM Rob Pelinka finally comments on Luka Doncic’s work ethic months after the blockbuster Anthony Davis trade