The Los Angeles Lakers were in prime position to take Game 4 and even the series at two games apiece. On Tuesday, just over 24 hours ahead of Game 5, head coach JJ Redick addressed the media and was asked about his decision to ride with the same starting five—Luka Doncic,

JJ Redick went off on the officials after Sunday’s loss to the Timberwolves, which put the Lakers on the brink of elimination in the first round.

The Los Angeles Lakers are on the verge of becoming the first higher-seeded team eliminated in the first round of the 2025 NBA playoffs after losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves 113-116 late Sunday afternoon and falling behind 1-3 in their series.