In Game 3 of a close first-round series, Jaden McDaniels led the Minnesota Timberwolves with 30 points on the way to a 116-104 win. This win gives them a 2-1 series lead over the Los Angeles Lakers.

Jaden McDaniels was the standout player for the Minnesota Timberwolves, even battling it out against LeBron James blow-for-blow, but it was Jaden who won.

Minnesota Timberwolves take a commanding 2-1 lead against the Los Angeles Lakers after a thrilling Game 3 victory, fueled by a career playoff night from Jaden McDaniels.