When the Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their preseason in early October, it was against the Minnesota Timberwolves. When they started the regular season a few weeks later, their f

The Minnesota Timberwolves have a big opportunity ahead, holding a 2-1 series lead with Game 4 coming at home in their first-round NBA Playoffs series with the Los Angeles Lakers.

The Los Angeles Lakers were competitive throughout Game 3, but 16 turnovers and being outscored by 30 points in the paint were pivotal factors in the Timberwolves' victory, which extended their series lead to 2-1.