April 26, 2025
LeBron Scores 38, But Turnovers/Luka's Illness Doom Lakers, Lose 116-104 to Wolves
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The Lakers turned the ball over 19 times, leading to 28 Minnesota points. They took 13 fewer shots than the Wolves. Luka Dončić had a stomach virus, and the supporting cast was, to say the least, lacking. And despite all that, the Lakers had every opportunity to win Game 3 at the Target Center. But over the last six minutes of the game, their mistakes finally caught up with them, and when the offense went totally cold—and Anthony Edwards got hot—the game went from competitive to out of reach incredibly fast. Even while giving Minnesota the credit they deserve for applying a lot of meaningful defensive pressure, if the Lakers play a cleaner game, they win. And it's a shame, because LeBron James was incredible, scoring 38 points on 13-21 shooting, with 10 rebounds, two steals and two blocks. Luka did his best, clearly struggling to produce points (16, on 6-16) but still adding seven rebounds and eight assists. Austin Reaves finally found his rhythm from outside (5-11 from 3-point range). But the game was filled with too many mistakes, and supporting players who either played poorly (Jarred Vanderbilt had a ton of mistakes) or really proved unplayable, generally (Jaxson Hayes). So now Game 4 is, again, a must win. And it comes quick - 12:30 PT on Sunday. Hopefully LeBron recoups, and Luka recovers. Or the Lakers could return to LA in dire straits. HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky SEGMENT 1: Self-inflicted wounds. SEGMENT 2: More self-inflicted wounds. SEGMENT 3: The Jaxson Hayes problem? Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Did you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and entertainment hub with Fire TV Stick 4K devices — no console required. Head to Amazon.com/firetvlockedon to get started. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription and compatible controller required. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. Door Dash Sign up for DashPass and when any player scores 50+ in a playoff game, DashPass members can grab a free 3PC Crispy Tenders Combo from Wingstop the next day, with a $20+ order and code WINGSTOP50. That’s DashPass: your door to more savings, more flavor, and more ways to win. Terms apply. Valid only at participating Wingstop locations. Fees (including service fee), taxes, and gratuity still apply. Orders must have a minimum subtotal of $20, excluding taxes and fees. Offer valid on 4/15/25-6/22 /25 or while supplies last. Valid for one (1) promotional redemption per customer. DoubleDash promotions apply only to your DoubleDash add-on order, not your primary order. DoubleDash orders are not valid for the purchase of alcohol. No cash value. Non-transferable. Discount applies to subtotal only; does not apply to fees, taxes, and gratuity. Not valid for pickup. Limit one per person. Not valid for the purchase of alcohol. Fees, taxes, and gratuity still apply. Must have an active DashPass account. Use promo code WINGSTOP50 to redeem. See full terms and conditions at drd.sh/qnAXuU GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Right now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.