The Lakers lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Friday's Game 3, falling 116-104 as the Timberwolves took a two-games-to-one lead in the opening round series. Though the 40-year-old James had a throwback performance with 38 points, the Lakers were unable to overcome the hot Timberwolves on a night when Luka Doncic was dealing with an illness.

The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a crucial Game 3 victory in the NBA Playoffs against the Los Angeles Lakers, and Anthony Edwards had high praise for LeBron James following the game. Despite LeBron James’ remarkable performance at age 40,