Overview
- Los Angeles outscored Minnesota 40-31 in the third quarter, opening with an 8-5 burst that prompted a quick Timberwolves timeout.
- ESPN’s Dave McMenamin observed several Lakers returning to the floor during the halftime show to take extra shots as part of the change.
- Redick said there were no basketball adjustments, describing the improvement as a halftime routine adjustment.
- Austin Reaves summarized the coach’s directive as avoiding another poor third quarter and emphasized that execution rests with the players.
- The third quarter produced 40 points, nine rebounds and just two turnovers for the Lakers, a stark contrast to the opener when Golden State started the half on a 19-4 run.