The Los Angeles Lakers gave the Minnesota Timberwolves a real run for their money during Game 3. The lead went back and forth between the two teams till late in the fourth quarter, when Minnesota pulled away.

Lakers star LeBron James led all scorers with 38 points in the loss. The 40-year-old James also played a team-high 41 minutes and carried most of the offensive load, with teammate Luka Doncic dealing with a stomach ailment.

NBA star LeBron James addresses the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 3 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, emphasizing the critical need for urgency and focus moving forward in the postseason. LeBron James, fully aware of the mounting pressure at this critical juncture of the season,