It was a thriller in Los Angeles. A California showdown ended in the Los Angeles Lakers taking the commanding 3-1 lead in the series. The Golden State Warriors came close, but it was a rally in the fourth by the 2020 champions. An explosion from Lonnie Walker complimented well by LeBron James gave the purple and gold the dramatic victory. It was a rollercoaster of emotions for the fans who witnessed the electrifying game. Celebrities like Shannon Sharpe, Magic Johnson, and others also had their eyes glued onto the screen and gave their views from tonight.

The Warriors now, despite a home advantage in Game 5 have a mounting task to win 3 straight games against the Lakers.

Shannon Sharpe, Magic Johnson and more react as the Lakers take 3-1 in the series

It was a battle for the ages. All the stars showed out, the game had the ups and downs and it all came down to the final shot. Crypto.com arena was on its feet the whole time during the closing minutes. It was anyone’s game until Stephen Curry missed a last-second three, the final attempt to bring the Warriors back. However, it wasn’t to be as the 17-time champions now have a tight foothold on this series.

Surprisingly, tonight wasn’t about Stephen Curry or LeBron James. It was the night Lonnie Walker IV made his own. Not even a part of the rotation until tonight, he carried the Lakers on his back. Walker took over in the fourth quarter in a time the Lake Show most desperately needed shots to fall. He scored all his 15 points in those 12 minutes and capped it off with the game-clinching free throws.

“We don’t win this game without Lonnie Walker tonight. That’s for sure.” said a buzzing LeBron James after the Lakers’ exhilarating win against their arch-rivals.

Several NBA legends and others also gave the former San Antonio Spurs starlet a pat on the back.

Lakers legend Magic Johnson said Walker IV ‘stepped up’ and took the Lakers home.

NFL Legend Shannon Sharpe was beyond excited after watching such a game, especially the outburst of Walker IV. “Lonnie mofo Walker IV. That?s all I got!!!” tweeted Sharpe.

Lakers teammate Dennis Schroder also gave the 24-year-old basketball star a shoutout.

Here are a few more of the reactions:

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It was truly a night for the storybooks. Stephen Curry and the Warriors seemed to be rolling away with a win after their impressive third quarter but LA had other plans. Their energy never changed and their sense of belief and resilience towards the mission got the job done. Up 3-1 in the series, the ball now rests in the purple and gold’s court. They will have a chance to close out the series on the road, which they will probably prefer.

Nonetheless, it is now their series to lose. LeBron James and the Lakers proved they have the depth, determination, and hunger to beat the odds and emerge victorious. They are playing with a chip on their shoulder and with all their weapons unleashed, LeBron James and Co. prove to be dangerous. Do you think this is the end of the road for the reigning champs? Let us know in the comments below.

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The Warriors had the game in their hands after their burst in the third quarter. They led in double digits with Stephen Curry cooking the defense. The two-time MVP had a triple-double going for 31 points, 10 rebounds, and 14 assists tonight. He hit the clutch shots when the Lakers came out swinging including an emphatic four-point play but there was once again no one to hit the ultimate shot, a winner for the Warriors.

LeBron James took the charge for the Lakers through the night sinking 27 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists. Austin Reeves is turning into a fan favorite and he proved just why he is such a threat on offense. The youngster scored 21 points on a tough defense and looked comfortable doing so. After an aggressive 19-point half, Anthony Davis switched to being passive and focused on taking care on the defensive side of the game.

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It was a united effort until the end when Lonnie Walker IV wrote his name in the history books forever.