Hornets' Mark Williams trolls Lakers on social media after Timberwolves eliminate LA in dominant fashion
- The Los Angeles Lakers lost their 2025 opening-round playoff series 4-1 to the Minnesota Timberwolves, ending their season on May 1.
- The Lakers failed to acquire center Mark Williams after rescinding a trade due to his failed physical, which left their lineup short-handed against Minnesota.
- Rudy Gobert dominated the series, especially Game 5 with 27 points and 24 rebounds, while the Lakers used a smaller lineup and struggled inside.
- Mark Williams, now with the Charlotte Hornets, mocked the Lakers’ playoff exit on social media, intensifying criticism of Los Angeles’ management decisions.
- The Lakers must reevaluate their roster and strategy, as the missed trade and postseason failure highlight critical weaknesses and question future plans.
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