As the WNBA Finals shifted to California, the Lynx and Sparks entered Game 3 tied at one apiece. 45 combined points from Nneka Ogwumike and Candace Parker, 16 points from Essence Carson including a 4-for-4 shooting night from behind the arc, and 15 points from Alana Beard propelled L.A. to a resounding 92-75 victory.

Follow the night’s thrilling action through the social media lens as the number one, and two seed vied for the win.

"Intangibles and rebounding" were keys to @LA_Sparks victory tonight in post game presser pic.twitter.com/mNA6sr4NbT

— Jay Parry (@JayParry) October 15, 2016

"What we saw tonight was everyone buying into the process." @Nnemkadi30

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

One proud daughter! #WatchMeWork pic.twitter.com/LgU6dc6xup

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

The MVP, @nnemkadi30 showing her home crowd some love after dropping 21-9 in a Game 3 victory. #WNBAFinals https://t.co/OhGjH0dux0

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

"We started the game with defensive intensity, we rebounded, we're not satisfied." @Candace_Parker

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

A congratulatory hug from one MVP to another. #WNBAFinals https://t.co/eXiAnGC4Qo

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

What a performance from @Candace_Parker as she drops 24-9 in a @LA_Sparks win. They are one win closer to their goal. #WNBAFinals pic.twitter.com/iKksv3TG0I

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

The @LA_Sparks move 1 win away from becoming Champs! #WNBAFinals https://t.co/8x2gGiueEh

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

The @LA_Sparks go up 2-1 behind 45 combined points from @Candace_Parker and @Nnemkadi30. #WNBAFinals https://t.co/X2DxX3ocj0

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

.@Nnemkadi30 to @Candace_Parker.
Bucket.@Candace_Parker to @Nnemkadi30.
Bucket.
The 2 have combined for 45 pts in Game 3. @LA_Sparks lead.

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

You the real MVP @Nnemkadi30. https://t.co/L4UdqxadwJ

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

All of the ⭐️'s are out. @MsVivicaFox showing the @LA_Sparks some love. #WNBAFinals pic.twitter.com/HMw9CR3TTt

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

Too good for the trap. @Candace_Parker crafty. #WNBAFinals ESPN2! https://t.co/P66tWvnagm

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

Heading to the 4th on ESPN2 @LA_Sparks lead @minnesotalynx 70-58. MVP @Nnemkadi30: 18p 8r 3s. #WNBAFinals pic.twitter.com/q0OVNJX56J

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

ESPN2 @SylviaFowles getting busy in the paint! #WNBAFinals #WNBARapidReplay presented by @FootLocker pic.twitter.com/BnPrwjHkNT

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

We're BACK in action at Galen Center! Brunson gets things going for the #LosLynx!

— Minnesota Lynx (@minnesotalynx) October 15, 2016

#WNBAGIF RT @minnesotalynx: Sweet Syl with a playoff career-high and franchise playoff record FIVE blocks so far tonight ?? pic.twitter.com/vCl7XvbF0G

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

It's the D-O-Double-G! @snoopdogg sitting courtside at @LA_Sparks/ @minnesotalynx. #WNBAFinals pic.twitter.com/FXDAfg1lEh

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

The defensive player of the year in action on ESPN2! #WNBAFinals https://t.co/vLsnYupnrw

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

The MVP heads to the half with 15-7 helping the @LA_Sparks go up 8 after two on ESPN2. #WNBAFinals https://t.co/GM6iALML2r

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

oooooo! I see you Big Syl!

— Imani McGee-Stafford (@imanitrishawn_) October 15, 2016

https://twitter.com/WNBAPrez/status/787104298874183680

The board, the spin, the foul and the finish! @cgray209 getting it done! #WNBAFinals on ESPN2! https://t.co/GQtfTSpz1h

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

.@NBA legend, @jasoncollins98 in the house for @LA_Sparks/ @minnesotalynx. #WNBAFinals pic.twitter.com/RGM2FIpMsg

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

Nneka Ogwumike getting in on the three-point shot action! And just made a jumper as well. MVP has 9pts so far. 19-6 Sparks, 4:03 1Q #wnba

— Hoopfeed.com ? (@hoopfeed) October 15, 2016

We are LIVE on ESPN2! #WNBAFinals https://t.co/aUHkzgbvtK

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

Captains respect! #WNBAFinals https://t.co/svpZRp6yKg

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

.@LA_Sparks ? Game 3 Tip ? ESPN✌?️ #WNBAFinals https://t.co/Gjz99t5txE

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

Here they come! #WNBAFinals https://t.co/cH9wZqX5wL

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

The @minnesotalynx get loose before Game 3 on ESPN2. #WNBAFinals https://t.co/dq0a871GKs

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

We ? you coach! ? #WNBAFinals tips at 9/et on ESPN2. https://t.co/ERLk4gJr0c

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

Who's taking this home? Game 3 tips at 9/et on ESPN2. #WNBAFinals pic.twitter.com/pfl6ZGWWKo

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

#WNBAKicks inside the huddle with the @LA_Sparks before the pivotal game 3 on ESPN2 https://t.co/wDS9cjumlj

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 15, 2016

Hands hands hands. @Candace_Parker #WNBAFinals https://t.co/bUTlvDatl7

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 14, 2016

Candace Parker's Game 3 #WNBAKicks We're tipping at 9et on ESPN2! pic.twitter.com/tW3ufeRxQX

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 14, 2016

Lindsay Whalen prepping for a must win Game 3. Tips at 9/et on ESPN2. #WNBAFinals https://t.co/LiU7fr8rJO

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 14, 2016

ESPN2 tonight, we break the 1-1 tie in LA! #WNBAFinals pic.twitter.com/YO47FyO1FZ

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 14, 2016

The @minnesotalynx have arrived in La La Land for Game 3. Tips at 9/et on ESPN2. #WNBAFinals https://t.co/o1sfiLgFXJ

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 14, 2016

Candace Parker and Alana Beard arrive for an important Game 3 (9/et on ESPN2). The #WNBAFinals are tied 1-1. https://t.co/iKmXeRsWOn

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 14, 2016

Sparks Nation: We need everybody to come out, be loud and ready to cheer on the @LA_Sparks in the all important Game 3 of the #WNBAFinals!

— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) October 14, 2016

Before tip-off in Game 3 of the #WNBAFinals on ESPN2 let's take one more look back at Game 2. #MiniMovie pic.twitter.com/ya6gKVxlyb

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 14, 2016