Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images The Lakers were getting the looks they wanted offensively in Game 2, an encouraging sign moving forward in the series against the Wolves. The second game between the Lakers and Wolves featured a lot of improvements for Los Angeles. The team's rebounding increased, the Wolves’ 3-point attempts decreased and the Lakers cruised … [Read more...] about LeBron James feels Lakers got ‘great looks’ in Game 2 vs. Wolves
JJ Redick says Rui Hachimura is ‘fine’, will wear mask as a precaution
Rui Hachimura took a blow to the face in the Lakers’ Game 2 win, but will be ready for Game 3 against the Wolves The Lakers got some good news on the injury front on Thursday. After Rui Hachimura took a shot to the face in Game 2 and momentarily left, he was able to complete the game wearing a mask. During practice the day before Game 3 on Friday, JJ Redick stated that he would … [Read more...] about JJ Redick says Rui Hachimura is ‘fine’, will wear mask as a precaution
JJ Redick says Lakers need to create more thrust and pace offensively
After reviewing the tape of Game 2, JJ Redick highlighted where the Lakers’ offense needs to improve if they want to beat the Wolves. The Lakers' offense has struggled during these first couple of playoff games. They were blown out in Game 1, losing 117-95, and while they had a bounceback win in Game 2, it was due to their gritty defense, not their offensive production. With … [Read more...] about JJ Redick says Lakers need to create more thrust and pace offensively
Luka Dončić expects a loud crowd from Wolves fans in Game 3
Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images The Lakers will hit the road for the first time in the NBA Playoffs as they take on the Wolves in Minnesota for Game 3 in an atmosphere Luka Dončić expects to be a loud one. The Lakers may have had the benefit of home court advantage heading into the NBA Playoffs, but they quickly tossed that aside with a Game 1 loss to the … [Read more...] about Luka Dončić expects a loud crowd from Wolves fans in Game 3
Lakers vs. Wolves Game 3 Preview and Game Thread: The pivotal match of the series
Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images The Lakers look to go up in the NBA Playoffs series against the Wolves in Minnesota in Game 3 on Friday. The first round series between the Lakers and Wolves shifts to Minnesota where Game 3 will be held on Friday. The teams are currently tied after two games as the purple and gold look to snatch a win and regain homecourt advantage. … [Read more...] about Lakers vs. Wolves Game 3 Preview and Game Thread: The pivotal match of the series