Golden State has the momentum edge and matches up well defensively, as Jimmy Butler can lock down Luka Doncic, and Draymond Green will harass LeBron James, limiting the Lakers' pick-and-roll offense. With Steph Curry coming off a 52-point performance, the Dubs' offense is shining, too.

Since March 1st, Golden State is 12-4 with an Efficiency Differential of +6.0, ranking seventh in points allowed per 100 possessions (111.4). LA is 9-8 during that same span with a -2.1 Efficiency Differential. The Lakers are undoubtedly talented and could beat the Warriors in a series, but they haven't played cohesively recently.