On the Lakers inability to execute offensively failing them down the stretch again in Game 4

In Game 4, the Lakers seemed poised to tie the series but faltered in the fourth quarter, losing 116-113. They suffered a 13-point deficit, shooting poorly. Despite a strong start, their key players struggled, with LeBron, Luka, and Reaves combining for only 13 points. Minnesota's Anthony Edwards and Naz Reid led their comeback. The Lakers' strategy of mismatch-hunting backfired due to stagnant ball movement and poor shot execution late in the game, exacerbating their struggles throughout the series.

The Lakers lost the final quarter by 13, exposing the same late offensive execution struggles that have plagued them throughout this season and series.

On the other hand, the Wolves received significant production from Edwards and Naz Ried. They combined for 24 points in the final frame.

The ball movement, or lack thereof, has plagued the offense all series. The Lakers focused on mismatch-hunting with James, Dončić, or Reaves.

Once again, watch as the attack doesn't start until 14 seconds are left on the clock, illustrating the Lakers' struggles to execute late.

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