The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a 97-87 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in a game where the Lakers never led. Without their star player LeBron James, the Lakers struggled offensively, committing 21 turnovers that prevented them from gaining momentum.
Although the Lakers managed to keep the deficit within reach at times, the Timberwolves consistently extended their lead, ultimately sealing the win. The win improved the Wolves’ season to 13-11, sitting seventh in the West. On the other hand, the Lakers now sit in tenth place in the West with a 13-12 record.
Lakers’ Offense Falters Without LeBron In Loss To Minnesota Timberwolves
Anthony Edwards was the standout for Minnesota on Friday. The Wolves star delivered 23 points, six rebounds, and one assist in 33 minutes. However, Edwards left the game in the third quarter with an apparent ankle injury, which could be a concern moving forward.
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Julius Randle added 21 points, five rebounds, and three assists in the win. Rudy Gobert also made a significant impact with 12 points and 13 rebounds, while Jaden McDaniels contributed 18 points and nine rebounds.
This game marked the third meeting between the Lakers and Timberwolves this season, and the Lakers’ performance in these matchups has been subpar. They hold a 95.2 offensive rating, a 106.6 defensive rating, and a 17.2% turnover rate against Minnesota.
On the Lakers’ side, Anthony Davis led the team with 23 points and 11 rebounds, but his efforts weren’t enough to overcome the team’s offensive struggles. Austin Reaves added 18 points, six rebounds, and five assists, while Max Christie chipped in 15 points in 37 minutes of play.
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The Lakers will take on Ja Morant’s Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday, while the Timberwolves face Victor Wembanyama’s San Antonio Spurs on the same day.
