Lakers Vs Timberwolves Match Player Stats

June 26, 2025 ByNick AndersonNo Comments 4 minutes

In a high-stakes showdown under the bright lights of Crypto.com Arena, the Minnesota Timberwolves delivered a decisive statement in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers. With grit, discipline, and sheer dominance in the paint, the Wolves sealed a 103–96 victory on April 30, 2025, eliminating the Lakers and advancing to the Western Conference Semifinals.

Led by an unstoppable Rudy Gobert, who posted a monstrous 27-point, 24-rebound double-double, Minnesota controlled the game from the opening tip. Despite valiant efforts from Luka Dončić, LeBron James, and Rui Hachimura.

The Lakers couldn’t overcome Minnesota’s relentless rebounding, interior presence, and clutch execution in the fourth quarter. Here’s a complete breakdown of the series-clinching win, with stats, takeaways, and what this result means for both teams.

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Game Overview & Venue

Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Location: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
Attendance: 18,997
Final Score:

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Total
Minnesota	31	28	22	22	103
L.A. Lakers	22	27	31	16	96

Top Line Highlights

Early surge: Minnesota dominated Q1 (31–22), putting L.A. in a hole they couldn’t escape.
Rebounding dominance: Wolves outrebounded L.A. 54–37, controlling the boards with 18 offensive rebounds versus 8 by the Lakers.
Big men win: Rudy Gobert exploded with 27 points and 24 rebounds, a postseason career game, sealing the advantage in the paint.
Fourth-quarter freeze: Lakers scored just 16 points in Q4, stifled by Minnesota’s defense and rim protection.
Offensive struggles from distance: Wolves shot 7/47 from deep (15%), Lakers were 11/37 (29.7%) — neither were hot from beyond

Box Score – Top Contributors

Minnesota Timberwolves

Player	MIN	PTS	FG-A	3PT-A	FT-A	REB (O/D)	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PF	+/-
Rudy Gobert (C)	38:34	27	12–15	0–0	3–6	24 (9/15)	0	0	2	0	4	+18
Julius Randle (PF)	31:38	23	8–16	1–6	6–7	5 (3/2)	4	1	0	3	4	-2
Anthony Edwards (SG)	42:57	15	5–19	0–11	5–8	11 (2/9)	8	3	0	0	1	+12
Mike Conley (PG)	30:29	8	2–7	2–6	2–2	4 (0/4)	3	0	0	1	0	+7
Jaden McDaniels (SF)	17:54	8	2–4	0–2	4–4	3 (2/1)	0	1	0	0	6	-3

Los Angeles Lakers

Player	MIN	PTS	FG-A	3PT-A	FT-A	REB (O/D)	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PF	+/-
Luka Dončić (PG)	40	28	7–18	2–8	12–15	7 (0/7)	9	1	0	2	4	-5
LeBron James (PF)	40	22	9–21	1–5	3–6	7 (2/5)	6	2	0	3	2	-14
Rui Hachimura (SF)	39	23	9–16	5–8	0–0	4 (3/1)	0	0	1	1	2	-12
Austin Reaves (SG)	41	12	5–14	2–10	0–0	5 (1/4)	2	0	0	6	4	-9
Dorian-F Smith (SF)	29	7	3–5	1–3	0–0	4 (1/3)	2	1	0	1	6	-12

Key Storylines

Gobert’s Unstoppable Performance

Rudy Gobert delivered a record-setting playoff night: 27 points and 24 boards. He dominated both ends — scoring efficiently (12–15 FG), cleaning the glass, and deterring L.A.’s shots with 2 blocks. His presence tilted momentum in Minnesota’s favor all night

Rebounding War & Board Control

The Wolves pounded the glass, securing 18 offensive rebounds that kept possessions alive. The Lakers, despite their pedigree, were outmuscled, securing just 8 — a decisive edge that shaped the game .

Lakers’ Offensive Spurt Falls Short

L.A. surged in Q3 (31–22), led by Luka and Rui, but couldn’t maintain momentum. Fourth quarter woes — poor shot-making and stagnant offense — snuffed their run, as Minnesota choked them out .

Shooting Woes

Minnesota’s 15% from three was surprising but their dominance inside — anchored by Gobert — made up for it. The Lakers’ ~30% tripled distance was solid, but rebounding and turnovers canceled out those gains.

Star vs. Star

Luka Dončić turned in a hard-fought 28/7/9 while battling a back issue sustained in Q2, but couldn’t break Minnesota’s.
LeBron James, at 40, posted 22/7/6 while dealing with a sprained MCL, but fatigue and fouls limited his fourth-quarter impact Rui Hachimura was L.A.’s spark — 23 points, reliable shooting, but lack of help from the rest of the bench was noticeable

Postgame & Media Highlights

Timberwolves’ reaction: Anthony Edwards mocked Shannon Sharpe’s “Lakers in 5” call down after hitting double figures in rebounds despite a forgettable shooting night (15 pts, 11 rebs) — a playful reminder of Minnesota’s confidence
Analyst take: Charles Barkley criticized Doncic’s defense — “couldn’t guard a chair” — highlighting L.A.’s defensive imbalance.
Local headlines: The Lakers were knocked out in the first round again amid calls to overhaul roster construction, especially around center and bench depth. Head coach JJ Redick drew criticism for rotations.

What This Means Going Forward

Minnesota cruises into the Western Conference Semifinals, riding confidence, depth, and the force they’ve built around Gobert and Randle.
Los Angeles faces big questions: How LeBron and Luka can cohere defensively, whether Redick stays, and where the pieces need reinforcing to contend for a title.

Conclusion

Game 5 was more than just a victory — it was a culmination of Minnesota’s relentless identity throughout the series: tough defense, rebounding supremacy, and unselfish play. While Rudy Gobert’s career playoff performance rightly steals headlines, the Wolves’ team-oriented execution and ability to withstand L.A.’s star power ultimately made the difference.

On the flip side, the Lakers are now left facing tough offseason questions. With age catching up to key players and limited depth exposed by Minnesota’s bench, the franchise will need to reassess its strategy moving forward.

For Minnesota, however, this triumph sends a strong message to the rest of the West: they’re not just contenders — they’re a threat. As the playoffs roll on, the Timberwolves have made it clear that they’re ready for more.