Luka Doncic was effective as usual in both contests, leading the Lakers with 37 points and eight rebounds in Game 1 along with 31, 12, and eight assists in Game 2. Meanwhile, LeBron James rebounded from a middling 19-point, five-rebound performance in Game 1 with a 21-point, 11-rebound, and seven-assist effort on Tuesday.

The Los Angeles Lakers were able to get a win in Game 2 against the Timberwolves in Los Angeles to avoid losing both of the first games at home. It was a win that they had to have. Los Angeles changed up part of their game plan in order to get the victory.

Luka Doncic and LeBron James reignited the Los Angeles Lakers' championship hopes with a crucial Game 2 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, leveling the NBA playoff series at 1-1.