The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 110-103 at the Crypto.com Arena in their 2024-25 NBA regular-season opener. The game showcased an outstanding performance by Lakers center Anthony Davis, who displayed his dominance on the court and left the crowd in awe of his skills.
Davis displayed stellar skills and scored 36 points, 16 rebounds, 4 assists, three blocks, and a steal in 38 minutes. Moreover, he stunned everyone with his statement after the game. During a post-game interview, Davis made critical remarks about Timberwolves’ Center Rudy Gobert when questioned about the timing of his shot blocks.
“Defensive Player of the Year type stuff,” Davis said in a post-game interview.
Rudy Gobert has been criticized by many current and former players after winning his fourth Defensive Player of the Year award last season. Former NBA player Shaquille O’Neal has often criticized the Timberwolves center, and now Davis is also speaking out against him.
Anthony Davis Celebrates The Iconic James Duo’s Historic Milestone
The Lakers’ season opener was significant for every basketball fan, as their star player made history. LeBron James and Bronny became the first father-son duo in NBA history to play together in a regular-season game. The significance of this event was not lost on fans and players alike. During a post-game interview, Anthony Davis shared his candid thoughts on this extraordinary moment.
“This is the first time we had a LeBron moment that was something huge, and we won. Every other we’ve always lost, so it kind of kills the moment, but it was a special moment for everybody,” Davis said.
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The Lakers’ season kicked off with an unforgettable moment, creating a wave of excitement among fans who are anticipating a season of unparalleled success and dominance.
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