The Lakers are already on the lookout for an upgrade at the center spot. The subtraction of Anthony Davis and rescinded deal for Mark Williams left a glaring hole on the interior, which the Minnesota Timberwolves exploited at every opportunity during their first-round series triumph over this team.

The Los Angeles Lakers season ended abruptly. The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated L.A. in a gentleman sweep fashion. It was not the outcome many expected. This

Despite boasting two superstars in LeBron James and Luka Doncic, the team struggled throughout the series, particularly in the frontcourt. The Timberwolves exploited the Lakers' lack of size, dominating the paint and exposing defensive vulnerabilities.