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Lakers Even Series Against Timberwolves With Game 2 Win

Los Angeles bounced back with a 94-85 victory behind Luka Dončić's 31 points and improved defensive intensity.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic goes to the basket against Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert and forward Jaden McDaniels during the second half of Game 2 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff in Los Angeles, Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
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Apr 22, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) shoots the ball while Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) defends during game two of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
Apr 22, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) goes to the basket between Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) and guard Mike Conley (10) during the fourth quarter of game two of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Luka Dončić led the Lakers with 31 points, 12 rebounds, and 9 assists, dominating early with 16 first-quarter points.
  • LeBron James contributed 21 points, 11 rebounds, and 7 assists, while Austin Reaves added 16 points in the win.
  • The Lakers' defense held Minnesota to 38% shooting and just 5 three-pointers after the Timberwolves set a franchise record with 21 threes in Game 1.
  • Game 2 was marked by physical play, with 46 combined fouls and multiple video reviews, as Los Angeles set a more aggressive tone.
  • The series shifts to Minneapolis for Game 3 on Friday, with both teams at full strength and looking to gain home-court advantage.