LeBron, Lakers lose to Timberwolves in Game 3 of playoffs

The LA Lakers fell to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 3 of their first-round playoff series, with LeBron James scoring a game-high 38 points. The Timberwolves dominated the second half, outscoring the Lakers 62-46 and building an insurmountable lead. Anthony Edwards had a career night with 29 points, and Julius Randle added crucial contributions as the Timberwolves secured their first win in the series. The game concluded with the Lakers trailing by 10 points at halftime, while Game 4 is set for Sunday in Minneapolis. Meanwhile, other playoff contests featured strong performances from teams like the Bucks and Magic.