Timberwolves Lead Lakers 3-1 After Game 4 Victory

The Minnesota Timberwolves seized a 3-1 lead over the Los Angeles Lakers in their first-round NBA playoff series, highlighted by Anthony Edwards' standout 43-point performance in Game 4. Edwards' efficient scoring, combined with critical late-game free throws, helped Minnesota overcome a double-digit deficit and secure a narrow 116-113 win. The Timberwolves have demonstrated growth this season, especially in clutch situations, reversing earlier struggles to close out tight games and displaying resilience and teamwork. Minnesota also showcased grit and hustle in Game 3, with key defensive plays and second-chance efforts offsetting the Lakers' shotmaking. As the series shifts back to Los Angeles for Game 5, the Lakers face a daunting challenge, as only 13 teams have ever come back from a 3-1 series deficit. Edwards' emergence as a potential future face of the NBA has drawn praise from coaches and basketball legends alike.