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On Wednesday evening, the Minnesota Timberwolves punched their ticket to the second round of the NBA playoffs by defeating the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 5 of their first round series. It was a shockingly easy gentleman’s sweep for the underdog Timberwolves, who were led in Game 5 by a virtuoso performance from big man […]

Among the celebrities who attended Game 5 between the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA Playoffs were Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner. Pictures and videos have surfaced of Chalamet and Jenner enjoying the game on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. They had courtside seats and were seen kissing at one point during the […]

On Wednesday, Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert joined elite company, making Anthony Edwards proud. The French big man posted 27 points and a playoff career-high 24 rebounds. Following the series win against the Los Angeles Lakers, Edwards gave a unique comparison to the Stifle Tower. “He was a dragon tonight. … He was the dragon […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves entered their series against the Los Angeles Lakers as clear underdogs just weeks ago. But that prediction didn’t age well. The sixth-seeded Timberwolves not only pulled off the upset—they handled the third-seeded Lakers in a gentleman’s sweep. Many underestimated Minnesota, viewing the team as overly reliant on Anthony Edwards. What they failed […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves closed out their series against the Los Angeles Lakers, defeating them in five games and winning the final one on the road, 103-96. It was another game that came down to the final minutes of the game, and the Timberwolves put the ball in Julius Randle’s hands, and he went to work. […]

After being eliminated from the 2025 NBA Playoffs in five games by the Minnesota Timberwolves, fast-food chain In-N-Out has roasted the Los Angeles Lakers. Shortly after the series-ending fifth game between the Timberwolves and the Lakers, In-N-Out said, “The Lakers were In-N-Out of the playoffs,” on X, formerly Twitter.  They also added, “In-N-Out will be […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves came away with a 103-96 win over the Los Angeles Lakers to win the first-round series in five games, and Anthony Edwards fired back at Shannon Sharpe, who predicted the opposite outcome in the series. “You know, what makes it feel even better is that they said Lakers in five and the […]

LeBron James accomplished what many athletes only imagine—sharing the court with his son, Bronny James. Though it marked a milestone in his storied career and highlighted his impressive durability, the Los Angeles Lakers’ storybook campaign ended on a sour note as the Minnesota Timberwolves ousted them in five games from the NBA Playoffs. All season […]

The Timberwolves delivered a parting shot after sending the Lakers packing in Game 5 of the first round. Just hours after clinching the series, Minnesota’s official X account posted a throwback clip of the Lakers drafting Jaden McDaniels with the 28th pick in 2020. The caption? “Thank you, Lakers.” Subtle, sharp, and impossible to ignore. […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves finished off the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night, and they are now headed to the next round of the NBA playoffs. Anthony Edwards was a problem for the Lakers during most of this series, and even in Game 5 when he struggled mightily, Los Angeles couldn’t find a way to get […]

In a playoff series defined by personal rivalries and physical dominance, Rudy Gobert delivered a statement performance in Game 5, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 103-96 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers and securing a 4-1 series win. The highlight of the night, and perhaps the series, came late in the second quarter. With […]

After the Los Angeles Lakers were sent packing in a 103–96 Game 5 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, Lakers legend Magic Johnson didn’t sugarcoat his thoughts. Taking to social media, the five-time NBA champion delivered a brutally honest assessment of why his former team is heading into an early offseason. “Congratulations to my good friend […]

Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves knocked the star-studded Los Angeles Lakers out of the playoffs in the opening round, clinching a 103-96 win on Wednesday night to close out the series 4-1. With Rudy Gobert anchoring the paint and delivering a huge performance, and Minnesota hitting key shots down the stretch, the Timberwolves advanced […]

Luka Doncic’s first season in Los Angeles ended in disappointment, as the Lakers fell short in the opening round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs. The Minnesota Timberwolves eliminated them with a 103-96 win in Game 5 at Crypto.com Arena, sending L.A. home early and punching their ticket to the second round. For the first time […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have managed to play above expectations in their first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers, and on Wednesday night, they sent the favored third-seeded Lakers packing with a 103-96 win in Game 5. Anthony Edwards continues to blossom as a major force, and it’s no mean feat to be able to send […]

Rudy Gobert’s ability as a scorer has always been an easy target for his critics. He silenced them all, at least on Wednesday night, when the Minnesota Timberwolves star big man lit up the Los Angeles Lakers with a memorable performance to help his team secure a series-clinching 103-96 win in the first round of […]

Rudy Gobert shined in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ series-clinching victory Wednesday, dominating in the paint against the smaller, overwhelmed Los Angeles Lakers. Throughout the Wolves’ 103-96 win in Los Angeles, the 7-foot-1 Gobert capitalized on the Lakers’ inferior size; oftentimes matching up against guards or wings, Gobert recorded 27 points and 24 rebounds, which are both […]

The entire sports world was shocked when the Dallas Mavericks traded Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. It was the most surprising trade and arguably the worst deal in NBA history. At the time, Doncic was just 25 years old and fresh of leading the Mavericks to the NBA Finals. The start to his […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves entered Game 5 of their Western Conference first-round series looking to knock out the Los Angeles Lakers. It was expected that Los Angeles would bring the energy on the home floor, facing elimination. Thus far, it has been the exact opposite. The Timberwolves jumped out to a quick 12-point lead in the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are in a must-win situation in Wednesday night’s Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves, which means all eyes are on Luka Doncic. So far, Luke is off to a rough start. Doncic is well-known for his capabilities on the offensive end of the floor, but his defensive shortcomings have repeatedly been […]

In a high-stakes Game 5 matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Minnesota Timberwolves, Rui Hachimura delivered one of the most electrifying plays of the night. With 7:18 remaining in the first quarter and the Timberwolves holding a 12–5 lead, Hachimura attacked the lane and rose to dunk over Rudy Gobert, the four-time Defensive […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have their backs against the wall in Game 5 as they are currently hosting the Minnesota Timberwolves. After splitting the first two games in LA, the Timberwolves defended their home court in Minnesota, and they have a 3-1 lead in the series. A win in Game 5 for Minnesota will end […]

Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving went out for the season after tearing his ACL in March. But that didn’t stop him from taking in the festivities of the NBA Playoffs.  On Wednesday, he was captured sitting courtside for Game 4 of the first-round matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves, per Ben Golliver […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have their backs against the wall on Wednesday night at home against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5. It looked like the Lakers were going to even this series up at two apiece in Game 4 as they had a comfortable lead in the fourth quarter, but the Timberwolves stormed back […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick was not in a playful mood heading into Game 5 against Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves. That was evident as early as the coach’s pre-game press conference, when he had the decision to play five players in the entire fourth quarter questioned. Needless to say, Redick didn’t […]

Heading into the postseason, it seemed Luka Doncic and LeBron James were flanked by a third star, as Austin Reaves was coming off a season in which he averaged 20.2 points, 5.8 assists and 4.5 rebounds per game with 46/37.7/87.7 shooting splits. Reaves operating as a primary, secondary or tertiary creator was something the Los […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are up 3-1 against the Los Angeles Lakers, and they have a chance to advance to the next round of the playoffs. Anthony Edwards has been the one guiding the Timberwolves to these wins with his play, but if you ask him, he hasn’t done it by himself. Before the series, Edwards […]

Anthony Edwards steps onto the floor with fire, knocking down back-to-back 3-pointers early in the fourth quarter Sunday afternoon. The crowd at Target Center is on its feet, the tension thick in the air. His Timberwolves are trying to take control of a tight first-round series against the Lakers, and they need their superstar to […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick didn’t make a single substitution in the second half of Game 4’s 116-113 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Facing a 3-1 deficit, Lakers’ Luka Doncic says fatigue didn’t factor into Sunday’s loss. However, Los Angeles surrendered a 10-point, fourth-quarter lead, which has led many to believe fans could […]

The Los Angeles Lakers went all-in on winning Game 4 in Minnesota against the Timberwolves, but it didn’t pay off. Head coach JJ Redick went with the same five players for the entire second half, but the Wolves still stormed back and got a 116-113 win to take a 3-1 lead in the series. The […]

A month ago, Minnesota Timberwolves power forward Julius Randle was deemed their X-Factor. The player who would be counted on to contribute when needed. Nobody knows that better at this point than LeBron James. Throughout the first-round playoff series between the Wolves and Lakers, Randle was matched up against James. Randle is having quite an […]

The Lakers host the Timberwolves on Wednesday in L.A.! The Lakers are desperate to stay alive in the series, while the Timberwolves have looked dominant. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Timberwolves-Lakers prediction and pick. The Timberwolves have looked dominant and have taken a 3-1 series lead over the Lakers. Anthony […]

Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers suffered a crushing defeat in Game 4 against the Minnesota Timberwolves. One controversial play that stood out involved Wolves forward Jaden McDaniels, and JJ Redick says it helped decide the game. With about 35.4 seconds remaining in the game, Doncic fell to the ground while being defended by […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have fallen 3-1 in the series against the Minnesota Timberwolves after suffering a brutal 116-113 Game 4 loss. L.A. has had no answers in several games so far. However, it appears Luka Doncic’s play in the fourth quarter could be the reason why the team is struggling against Minnesota in this […]

The six-seed Minnesota Timberwolves have the Los Angeles Lakers on the brink of elimination after yet another incredible performance from Anthony Edwards in Game 4. The Timberwolves were able to steal a game in Los Angeles to bring a 1-1 series back to Minnesota, and after winning both home games, they are up 3-1 in […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves had to dig deep, and in the end, they got the job done in Game 4 of their first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers, taking a 116-113 win to put LeBron James and Luka Doncic on the brink of elimination. Anthony Edwards was the star of the show, putting up 43 […]

Two of the NBA’s elder statesmen, Minnesota Timberwolves veteran point guard Mike Conley Jr. and Los Angeles Lakers superstar forward LeBron James, figured in one of the wildest moments in Game 4 of their first-round series Sunday night in the Twin Cities. After the four-time NBA Most Valuable Player caught a lob pass in front […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are on a roll. They emerged from a hard-fought battle with the Los Angeles Lakers to earn a 116-113 victory and lead the best-of-7 series by a 3-1 margin. Anthony Edwards took one look across the floor at LeBron James, and the Timberwolves’ leader realized he had to have a huge game. […]

The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a 116-113 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 4 of the first round to fall down 3-1 in the series, and a late Timberwolves challenge resulted in an Anthony Edwards turnover getting changed to a foul on LeBron James. A unique camera angle clearly showed that James got Edwards’ […]