Lakers' Playoff Hopes Dim After Loss to Warriors, Anthony Davis' Absence Felt

With Anthony Davis sidelined, the Los Angeles Lakers faced a significant setback, losing to the Golden State Warriors and complicating their playoff chances.

Anthony Davis missed the Lakers' crucial game against the Warriors due to flu-like symptoms, exacerbating the team's defensive struggles.
The Warriors capitalized on Davis' absence, scoring 134 points and hitting a record 26 three-pointers.
Lakers now face the risk of falling into the 10th seed and the play-in tournament, needing wins in their final two games against Memphis and New Orleans.
Golden State holds the head-to-head tiebreaker over the Lakers, increasing their chances of avoiding the 10th seed.
The Lakers' defensive vulnerabilities were highlighted, with the team allowing over 100 points in three quarters without Davis.