NBA Playoffs: Minnesota Timberwolves Eliminate Los Angeles Lakers 4-1

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Lakers loss to the Timberwolves.

The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Los Angeles Lakers last night 103-96 in Game 5 of their first-round NBA playoff series last night. Minnesota’s win clinched the series 4-1, propelling the Timberwolves into the second round of the playoffs.​

Rudy Gobert delivered a dominant performance, recording playoff career highs with 27 points and 24 rebounds. Julius Randle contributed 23 points to the Timberwolves' effort. Despite a challenging shooting night, the Timberwolves' defense and Gobert's presence were pivotal in overcoming the Lakers' offense. After the game, LeBron James expressed uncertainty about his future in the league. With this victory, the Timberwolves advance to face the winner of the Golden State vs. Houston series in the next round of the playoffs. Will LeBron James retire? How good is Anthony Edwards? How should we feel about Nico Harrison trading Luka Doncic? Are you surprised the Lakers lost this series? How good is Luka Doncic? What does the Lakers future look like?