The Lakers couldn't stop Anthony Edwards that day, as the superstar notched 43 points (12-23 FG, 5-10 3 PT) with nine rebounds, six assists, and one block in 44 minutes. The 23-year-old also had 29 points (12-26 FG, 5-10 3 PT) with eight rebounds, eight assists, two steals, and one block across 42 minutes in Game 3.

Lakers coach JJ Redick looked enraged when he called a timeout after the Lakers' lead shrunk to 11 points, and LeBron James shared amusing thoughts.

Live updates and highlights from Game 2 of the first-round playoff series between the Lakers and Timberwolves.

The Lakers solved their defensive problems Tuesday night but they still are having problems with Minnesota's stingy defense.

The Los Angeles Lakers take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 2 of this seven-game Western Conference playoff series. Minnesota owned the Lakers in Game 1, winning 117-95.