The current conversations surrounding the Lakers’ playoff prospects are significantly different than they were a month ago.

ESPN has warned the Lakers that their mediocre rim protection could once again be their downfall in the playoffs.

This is the second straight game the Lakers defense looked better and they got a win against a quality opponent.

The Minnesota Timberwolves are back in action Tuesday with a road matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena.

Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots a jump shot against Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets during the game ...

Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers pulled away in the second half to secure a 120-106 victory over the Minnesota ...