The Los Angeles Lakers were competitive throughout Game 3, but 16 turnovers and being outscored by 30 points in the paint were pivotal factors in the Timberwolves' victory, which extended their series lead to 2-1.

With the Los Angeles Lakers down 2-1 in their first-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, they need a win in Game 4 to avoid being pushed to the brink of elimination.

Minnesota took Game 1 in blowout fashion, 117-95, even with Luka Dončić putting up 37 points. Game 2 was a different story as the Lakers put forth a much better defensive effort and tied things up at 1-1 with a 94-85 victory on Tuesday night.