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The Minnesota Timberwolves hold a 2-1 lead over the Los Angeles Lakers in their first-round playoff series, with Game 4 scheduled for Sunday afternoon at Target Center. The series has been marked by intense defensive battles and strategic adjustments from both teams.
In Game 1, the Timberwolves secured a 117-95 victory, leveraging their defensive prowess to limit the Lakers' scoring opportunities. The Lakers responded in Game 2 with a 94-85 win, emphasizing perimeter defense and improved ball movement. Game 3 saw Minnesota reclaim the series lead with a 116-104 win.
Despite leading the series, Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch's made strong remarks when asked about the Lakers' defense on Anthony Edwards.
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5)Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
Finch stated, "Well, they haven't. He just hasn't gotten the whistle."
So far in this series, Edwards has attempted only six free throws over the first three games, including none in Game 3.
Flinch's comment did not sit well with Lakers fans, who took to social media to criticize the 55-year-old.
"Wolves have shot more FT than the Lakers. This whining is so lame," said one fan.
"Don't cry. Luka, LeBron fouled just as much, lots of no calls going on, let's continue," another commented.
"Funny cause [Julius Randle] had 11 FTs and our guys are also getting fouled and nobody’s giving us the whistle either so spade for spade," another fan wrote.
Defensively, the Timberwolves have effectively contained the Lakers' offense, particularly in Game 3, where they forced 19 turnovers leading to 28 points. Jaden McDaniels' defensive efforts limited Luka Doncic, who was also dealing with a stomach illness, to 17 points on 6-of-16 shooting. The Lakers' defense, conversely, struggled to contain Minnesota's perimeter shooting and drive-and-kick plays.
As Game 4 approaches, the Timberwolves aim to extend their series lead, while the Lakers seek to even the series and regain momentum.
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In Game 1, the Timberwolves secured a 117-95 victory, leveraging their defensive prowess to limit the Lakers' scoring opportunities. The Lakers responded in Game 2 with a 94-85 win, emphasizing perimeter defense and improved ball movement. Game 3 saw Minnesota reclaim the series lead with a 116-104 win.
Despite leading the series, Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch's made strong remarks when asked about the Lakers' defense on Anthony Edwards.
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Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5)Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
Finch stated, "Well, they haven't. He just hasn't gotten the whistle."
So far in this series, Edwards has attempted only six free throws over the first three games, including none in Game 3.
Flinch's comment did not sit well with Lakers fans, who took to social media to criticize the 55-year-old.
"Wolves have shot more FT than the Lakers. This whining is so lame," said one fan.
"Don't cry. Luka, LeBron fouled just as much, lots of no calls going on, let's continue," another commented.
"Funny cause [Julius Randle] had 11 FTs and our guys are also getting fouled and nobody’s giving us the whistle either so spade for spade," another fan wrote.
Defensively, the Timberwolves have effectively contained the Lakers' offense, particularly in Game 3, where they forced 19 turnovers leading to 28 points. Jaden McDaniels' defensive efforts limited Luka Doncic, who was also dealing with a stomach illness, to 17 points on 6-of-16 shooting. The Lakers' defense, conversely, struggled to contain Minnesota's perimeter shooting and drive-and-kick plays.
As Game 4 approaches, the Timberwolves aim to extend their series lead, while the Lakers seek to even the series and regain momentum.
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