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Lakers vs. Timberwolves predictions, picks, odds for 2025 NBA playoff series

The Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves are set to face off in a first-round NBA playoff series, beginning Saturday.

Associated Press News on MSN · 22h

LA is betting central with money on the Lakers and Clippers as the NBA playoffs begin

The Lakers often attract large betting interest anyway. But the controversial midseason trade that landed Luka Doncic from Dallas has people emptying their bank accounts to put money on Los Angeles.

Athlon Sports on MSN · 3d

Lakers Make Playoff Announcement Ahead of Series Opener vs. Timberwolves

Doncic and LeBron James give Los Angeles arguably the best duo in the Western Conference, but winning the opening series won't be easy against a young and hungry Timberwolves team led by the rising superstar Edwards.

Luka Doncic on being traded to Lakers

U.S. News & World Report · 1d

Luka Doncic Eager to Start Playing Big Games for Lakers, Starting in Playoff Date With Timberwolves

Luka Doncic has been with the Los Angeles Lakers for 2 1/2 months now, and he’s feeling fairly comfortable in his new home

CBS Sports · 3m

NBA same-game parlay for Saturday, Apr. 19: Luka Doncic key for Timberwolves-Lakers SGP

There are four NBA playoff games, with the nightcap featuring the Minnesota Timberwolves and Los Angeles Lakers squaring off at 8:30 p.m. ET. All eyes will be on Luka Doncic for how he fares in his first playoff game wearing purple and gold.

The Associated Press- Sports o… · 17h

Luka and LeBron must quickly find winning formula when Lakers face tested Timberwolves in 1st round

Less than three months after the trade that shook the basketball world, the Los Angeles Lakers are headed into their first postseason with LeBron James and Luka Doncic atop their roster. The trouble is that this stellar duo has only played 21 games together.

Lakers extend GM Rob Pelinka, add president title to role

FOX Sports on MSN · 18h

Lakers extend GM Rob Pelinka, name him president of basketball ops

General manager Rob Pelinka has received a contract extension from the Los Angeles Lakers less than three months after he acquired Luka Doncic

Yahoo Sports · 18h

Lakers give Rob Pelinka a contract extension and new title

Terms of the deal were not disclosed but the general manager since 2017 is now president of basketball operations.

Bleacher Report · 19h

Lakers, Rob Pelinka Agree to Contract Extension, Named President of Basketball Ops

The Lakers announced Friday that they signed Pelinka to a contract extension, plus he now holds the title of president of basketball operations in addition to being the GM. Los Angeles' roster was poorly constructed for most of LeBron James' tenure with the franchise,

BettingPros on MSN1h

NBA Playoffs Odds, Picks & Predictions: Saturday (4/19)

The NBA opens the postseason with four playoff games on Saturday. The first three games are available on ESPN, while the Minnesota Timberwolves and Los Angeles Lakers tangle on ABC at 8:30 p.m. ET in ...

L.A Lakers, Golden State Warriors Risers Entering 2025 Playoffs In NBA Power Rankings

Denver still has the best player in the world in Nikola Jokić. With a exception of a down postseason from his running mate in ...

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Los Angeles Lakers 2025 NBA Playoffs Preview: Key stats, X-factor and more

While bringing in Luka Doncic was one of the biggest additions of the NBA season, it cost the Los Angeles Lakers almost all ... and his love of basketball made this an obvious transition.

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What's behind this stifling, confusing LeBron James-led Los Angeles Lakers defense

For months, the Lakers have confused and angered some the NBA's biggest offensive stars with a defensive scheme no one can ...

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How the Lakers Surged Into Title Contention One Move at a Time

First-year coach JJ Redick instilled a simple philosophy, the front office traded for Luka Doncic and Los Angeles has reasons ...

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Latest 2024-25 Los Angeles Lakers Depth Chart

Lastly, the LA Lakers Depth Chart also has backup bigs behind Anthony Davis. Jaxon Hayes and Christian Koloko are young and athletic bigs who can make cuts and finish the plays with authority ...

Lakers' Luka Dončić tops NBA's best-selling jerseys list following move to L.A.

The NBA and National Basketball Players Association has announced that Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Dončić has topped the ...

Total Pro Sports5d

Los Angeles Lakers Playoff Outlook: Which Western Rival Could Ignite The Ultimate Championship Showdown?

Under the guidance of their coach, JJ Redick, and their all-time legendary player, LeBron James, the team had a dominant run ...

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