The Los Angeles Lakers experienced a disappointing defeat against the Minnesota Timberwolves, losing 117-95 in Game 1 of their playoff series. Magic Johnson expressed his dissatisfaction via social media, noting the Lakers' performance was lackluster and energy-less, as if playing a regular season game. He criticized coach JJ Redick for failing to make significant adjustments. While the Lakers struggled offensively, Timberwolves players, including Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels, excelled, significantly impacting the game's outcome. LeBron James acknowledged the Timberwolves' physicality, indicating the team must adapt in future games to regain control of the series.
Tonight was one of the Lakers worst performances this season. They were flat, had no energy, and they played like it was a regular season game.
Coach JJ Redick did a great job all season but he didn't do a good job for Game 1. The Lakers stood around on offense, played too much one-on-one basketball.
This Minnesota team, they're going to be physical. It took us one game ... (to) understand that. They took homecourt advantage from us tonight.
The Timberwolves shot 51.2 percent from the field, including 50 percent from 3-point range, effectively out-muscling the Lakers.
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