Lakers look to play harder, be more organized in Game 2 vs. Timberwolves

Most insiders put the California team in the role of favorite in the series between the Lakers and Minnesota, but the Wolves got the first game smoothly. The second match is scheduled at 4 a.m., and victory is a must for Luka Doncic and the company.

The Los Angeles Lakers found themselves in slight trouble after losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first game of the first round of the playoffs. A possible defeat in the second consecutive home game would turn slight problems into big ones, so the team's coach from the city of Angels JJ Redick is confident that his defenders will no longer afford such a performance.

LeBron, Lakers Send Clear Message After 'Physicality' Shock

The Minnesota Timberwolves walked into Los Angeles and punched first—then kept swinging.Their 117–95 Game 1 beatdown was a statement. A physical, unrelenting, four-quarter showcase that overwhelmed a Lakers team still searching for its playoff edge.And now? The clock’s ticking.The Physicality ProblemFrom tip-off to the final horn, Minnesota brought the fight. Julius Randle set the tone with an elbow to LeBron James early, and the Timberwolves di…

Lakers aim to be more prepared for Wolves' physicality in Game 2

While the Minnesota Timberwolves might have an early lead in their Western Conference first-round playoff series, longtime team supporters know that nothing is safe when it comes to facing the Los Angeles Lakers in the postseason.

Lakers look to play harder, be more organized in Game 2 vs. Timberwolves

EL SEGUNDO — The rhythms and flows of the Lakers’ first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, in which they’re trailing 0-1, allowed for more reflecting time than teams usually get during the regular season – and most other playoff rounds – after Saturday night’s lopsided Game 1 loss at Crypto.com Arena. With two days off between the series opener and Tuesday night’s Game 2, the Lakers had plenty of time to not only look at wh…

Redick calls Lakers' practice best 'in months'

Lakers coach JJ Redick said his team had the "best practice we've had in months" but bemoaned the lackluster approach that led to a blowout loss in Game 1.