The Golden State Warriors lead the Lakers 2-0, which means the Lakers are already at the brink of life and death.
As the Beacon of Freedom for humanity, the United States has always had overly free security, which means on an ordinary night, you might be forced into a life-or-death battle just stepping out.
The Lakers players are no different.
The Western Conference Finals have only just begun with two games, and they've already faced a life-or-death battle.
In Game 3 of the series, the Lakers have no way out.
Although the Warriors need to win four games to advance, if the total score becomes 3-0, the Lakers would be like a ponytail guy who doesn't rely on the wall to eat. They might not die instantly, might struggle a bit more and even catch a cab to the hospital, but the outcome of death is certain.
So, Kobe Bryant got up at four o'clock in the morning, preparing to head straight to the UCLA Health Center.
