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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / April 30
The Lakers are still trying to work through late-game execution troubles against Wolves 
As the Lakers enter Game 5 against the Wolves, they are still working on ironing out their late-game issues. It’s the slimmest of silver linings, but the good thing about the Lakers being down 3-1 loss against the Wolves is that there are still plenty of ways that Los Angeles can improve.
The 'Youngest 25/5/5 with five threes in a playoff game by NBA franchise' quiz
How many of the youngest players for each NBA franchise to score 25 points with five made three's to go with at least five rebounds and assists can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 30
History shows Dillon Brooks' trash-talking ways only end in failure
Dillon Brooks is a tenacious defender and a supremely confident trash talker. But in the playoffs, his brash rhetoric tends to blow up in his face.
Magic Johnson News / Athlon Sports / April 30
Magic Johnson Sends Strong Message Before Lakers' Elimination Game
On Wednesday night, the Los Angeles Lakers face elimination from the NBA playoffs at home in Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves, but Lakers legend Magic Johnson is not letting that affect his opinions on the his former team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 30
Luka Doncic Explains Why He Donated To Kobe Bryant Mural Fund
Luka Doncic is the latest superstar who will take the mantle and be the face of this Los Angeles Lakers franchise. Once LeBron James retires, he will fully take that spot from James, who followed the late, great Kobe Bryant.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 30
LA Lakers making mistake not playing star who helped Miami Heat reach NBA Finals, claims Kendrick Perkins
JJ Redick has had questions to answer after the LA Lakers blew a lead in the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves.] It was a bold strategy in Game 4 when JJ Redick made no changes in the third quarter, but the LA Lakers emerged with a 94-84 lead, having been trailing at half-time.
Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / April 30
Austin Reaves: Lakers Need To Value Every Possession
After dropping both games in Minnesota, the Los Angeles Lakers now find themselves on the brink of elimination against the Timberwolves. And while it may seem obvious, Austin Reaves and the rest of this team understands the importance of this game.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 30
Lakers HC JJ Redick Gives One Word Answer About Game 5 Lineup Plan
The Los Angeles Lakers effectively have their backs against the wall. Despite having homecourt advantage in their ongoing playoff matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Lakers trail the Timberwolves 3-1.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / April 30
Kendrick Perkins says Jaxson Hayes now has new problem with LA Lakers, compares to Warriors situation
Kendrick Perkins has criticized JJ Redick for planting doubt in the mind of Jaxson Hayes. Jaxson Hayes has had a nightmare playoff series for the LA Lakers, losing the trust of head coach JJ Redick.
The 'Most career 40-point playoff games in NBA history' quiz
How many of the NBA players who have recorded the most career 40-point playoff games can you name in five minutes?
Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / April 30
Luka Doncic: Lakers Confident Heading Into Do-Or-Die Game 5 Vs. Timberwolves
The Los Angeles Lakers have their backs against the wall going into Game 5 of their first round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Down 3-1, Luka Doncic and LeBron James will need to lead this team to their best performance of the season in order to stave off elimination and extend their season at least one more game.
Dalton Knecht News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 30
Lakers Must Play Dalton Knecht to Avoid Playoff Elimination
The Los Angeles Lakers are in a tough spot in their first-round playoff series with the Minnesota Timberwolves after going down 3-1 in the series. After playing the same five guys for the entire second half and falling short, clearly, something needs to be changed.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 30
‘This is not about Luka and LeBron’… Marcus Morris wants two LA Lakers players to produce more vs. Minnesota
The Los Angeles Lakers find themselves in trouble in the 2025 NBA Playoffs. But as early as in the first round, the LA Lakers‘ backs are against the wall already with the Minnesota Timberwolves leading 3-1.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / April 30
Los Angeles Lakers Legend Begs the NBA’s Commissioner to Replace the All-Star Game
Former Los Angeles Lakers star Magic Johnson has one wish for Commissioner Adam Silver for the All-Star Game. The 2025 NBA All-Star Game didn’t get the fans’ vote.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / April 28
Lakers Notes: Game 4 Loss, Hayes, Finney-Smith, Doncic, LeBron
Coach J.J. Redick made two bold strategic moves that nearly led the Lakers to a Game 4 victory in Minnesota, writes Jovan Buha of The Athletic. Redick decided to replace center Jaxson Hayes with Dorian Finney-Smith for the start of the third quarter, and he used the same five players for the entire second half.
J.J. Redick News / Yardbarker / April 28
It's convenient to blame JJ Redick for Game 4 loss
Redick employed an unusual strategy in the Lakers' Game 4 loss and has taken some heat for the move.
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