The Los Angeles Lakers responded to their Game 1 defeat with a 9485 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on April 23, 2025, at Crypto.com Arena, tying their firstround playoff series at 11.
Luka Dončić led the Lakers with 31 points, 12 rebounds, and 9 assists, narrowly missing a tripledouble. LeBron James contributed 21 points, 11 rebounds, and 7 assists, providing veteran leadership throughout the game. The Lakers established dominance early, outscoring the Timberwolves 3415 in the first quarter and maintaining control despite a late push from Minnesota. citeturn0news10
Julius Randle topped the Timberwolves scoring with 27 points, while Anthony Edwards added 25 points, including a highlightreel dunk in the third quarter. Despite their efforts, the Timberwolves couldnt overcome the early deficit. citeturn0news10
The series now shifts to Minnesota for Game 3, with both teams looking to gain the upper hand in this tightly contested matchup.