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The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 116-104 on Friday night to grab a 2-1 lead in their Western Conference first-round playoff series.
In the third game of the series held at Target Center, Jaden McDaniels led the Timberwolves with 30 points and 5 rebounds, while Anthony Edwards added 29 points, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists to power Minnesota past their opponent.
For the Lakers, LeBron James delivered a standout performance, scoring 38 points and setting a new NBA record as the oldest player — at 40 years old — to score more than 35 points in a playoff game.
The fourth game of the best-of-seven series, where the first team to four wins advances, is scheduled for Saturday.
Other NBA Playoff Results:
– Orlando Magic 95, Boston Celtics 93 (Celtics lead series 2-1)
– Milwaukee Bucks 117, Indiana Pacers 101 (Pacers lead series 2-1)
– Minnesota Timberwolves 116, Los Angeles Lakers 104 (Timberwolves lead series 2-1)
