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Anthony Edwards tells Julius Randle to shoot more: 'We need him to take like 10 more shots'

Anthony Edwards tells Julius Randle to shoot more: 'We need him to take like 10 more shots'

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards was looking at the box score during his postgame media availability following their 116-104 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of their first-round Western Conference playoff series Friday at Target Center in Minneapolis.

NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / April 26
3 takeaways from Timberwolves' Game 3 victory over Lakers

3 takeaways from Timberwolves' Game 3 victory over Lakers

The Minnesota Timberwolves took a 2-1 series lead and put the Los Angeles Lakers on their heels with their 116-104 victory in Game 3 of their first-round Western Conference playoff series Friday night at Target Center in Minneapolis.

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The 'NBA playoff triple-doubles leaders' quiz

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NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / April 26
Anthony Edwards Makes Clear LeBron James Statement After Lakers-Timberwolves Game

Anthony Edwards Makes Clear LeBron James Statement After Lakers-Timberwolves Game

On Friday night, the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Los Angeles Lakers (at home) by a score of 116-104. They now have a 2-1 lead in the series. Despite

Byron Scott News / NBA Analysis Network / April 26
Byron Scott praises ‘spectacular’ Minnesota Timberwolves star after his performance vs LA Lakers

Byron Scott praises ‘spectacular’ Minnesota Timberwolves star after his performance vs LA Lakers

The Minnesota Timberwolves have taken a 2-1 series lead over the LA Lakers. The series between the third seed LA Lakers and the sixth seed Minnesota Timberwolves has been one of the hardest to call.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 26
Timberwolves news: League warns Minnesota fans on using whistles in Game 3 vs. Lakers

Timberwolves news: League warns Minnesota fans on using whistles in Game 3 vs. Lakers

Game 3 of the first-round playoff series between Anthony Edwards’ Minnesota Timberwolves and Luka Doncic’s Los Angeles Lakers was already packed with intensity, but an unexpected disruption from the crowd added a new twist.

NBA News / The Predictors / April 26
Timberwolves beat Lakers 116-104 to take 2-1 series lead

Timberwolves beat Lakers 116-104 to take 2-1 series lead

Jaden McDaniels scored a career playoff-high 30 points and led a suffocating defensive effort on Luka Doncic, helping the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Los Angeles Lakers 116-104 on Friday night to take a 2-1 lead in their first-round series.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 26
Timberwolves news: Anthony Edwards’ ‘terrible’ reaction to massive dunk over Luka Doncic

Timberwolves news: Anthony Edwards’ ‘terrible’ reaction to massive dunk over Luka Doncic

Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves earned a 116-104 victory over Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of their playoff series on Friday night.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Bleacher Report / April 26
Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Analysis Network / April 26
Jaden McDaniels reveals strategy to stop Luka Doncic while scoring 30 points for Minnesota Timberwolves, ‘I was picking him…‘

Jaden McDaniels reveals strategy to stop Luka Doncic while scoring 30 points for Minnesota Timberwolves, ‘I was picking him…‘

Jaden McDaniels emerged as the unexpected hero in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ crucial 116-104 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3, giving Minnesota a 2-1 series advantage.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Athlon Sports / April 26
The Timberwolves Show Major Appreciation For The Postseason Target Center Crowd

The Timberwolves Show Major Appreciation For The Postseason Target Center Crowd

The Minnesota Timberwolves had a magnificent night on Friday, as they won Game 3 in their Playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers. It was a fantastic win for the Timberwolves, doing it in front of the home crowd at Target Center.

Julius Randle News / Last Word On Sports / April 26
Julius Randle Continuing To Change His Playoffs Narrative

Julius Randle Continuing To Change His Playoffs Narrative

Right before training camp, the New York Knicks and Minnesota Timberwolves engaged in a shocking deal. Going to NY was Karl-Anthony Towns. Heading to Minnesota were Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 26
Anthony Edwards Sends Clear LeBron James Message After Timberwolves-Lakers

Anthony Edwards Sends Clear LeBron James Message After Timberwolves-Lakers

LeBron James turned in a vintage performance on Friday night as he went off in the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 3 matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Yardbarker / April 26
Jaden McDaniels has grown leaps and bounds as a two-way threat

Jaden McDaniels has grown leaps and bounds as a two-way threat

McDaniels is the perfect example of an evolving player.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / April 26
Lakers' lack of rim protection costs them in Game 3

Lakers' lack of rim protection costs them in Game 3 vs. Timberwolves

The Lakers' lack of size and rim protection has been a glaring weakness ever since they traded Anthony Davis. Those issues were more prevalent than ever in their Game 3 loss to the Timberwolves on Friday. 

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LeBron James News / Ball Exclusives / April 26
Timberwolves survive LeBron James’ masterpiece, lead 2-1

Timberwolves survive LeBron James’ masterpiece, lead 2-1

The Timberwolves came out firing away in Game 3. They found themselves up 27-19 with about two minutes remaining in the first quarter. The Lakers battled back connecting on two quick buckets, one of them being a three.

Anthony Edwards News / Fastbreak on SI / April 25
NBA Pundit Rips Minnesota Timberwolves Star Anthony Edwards

NBA Pundit Rips Minnesota Timberwolves Star Anthony Edwards

Anthony Edwards is one of the best players in the NBA at just 23. The Minnesota Timberwolves superstar has led the franchise the postseason in each of the previous four years.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / April 25
Veteran Tony Brothers leads officiating crew for Timberwolves-Lakers Game 3

Veteran Tony Brothers leads officiating crew for Timberwolves-Lakers Game 3

The NBA has announced that veteran official Tony Brothers will be the crew chief for Game 3 between the Lakers and Timberwolves, and he'll be joined by referee Mark Lindsay, umpire Gediminias Petraitis, and Andy Nagy as the alternate on Friday night.

Chris Finch News / NBA Analysis Network / April 25
Chris Finch hints at using young Minnesota Timberwolves sensation, could see more action vs LA Lakers, ‘he’s solid’

Chris Finch hints at using young Minnesota Timberwolves sensation, could see more action vs LA Lakers, ‘he’s solid’

The fight is now on for the Minnesota Timberwolves as their first-round war with the Los Angeles Lakers continues. After drawing first blood in a convincing fashion for their series opener, the Minnesota Timberwolves instantly encountered a strong retaliation from the LA Lakers Game 2, with the series now tied at one game apiece.

Julius Randle News / The Lead / April 23
Julius Randle The Lone Bright Wolf in Timberwolves’ Game 2 Stumble

Julius Randle The Lone Bright Wolf in Timberwolves’ Game 2 Stumble

Before the Minnesota Timberwolves’ series against the Los Angeles Lakers began, most fans would have gladly taken a split of the first two games in L.A.— and that’s exactly what they got.

Anthony Edwards News / Yardbarker / April 22
NBA punishes Anthony Edwards for vulgar gesture, taunt

NBA punishes Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards for vulgar gesture, taunt directed toward fan

Anthony Edwards made an obscene gesture and inappropriate remarks while jawing with the crowd Saturday night, and it's going to cost him.

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