Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick lobbies for possession due to a Minnesota Timberwolves player kicking the ball in the third quar

Luka Doncic recorded 38 points, while James had 27 points, 12 rebounds, eight assists, three steals and three blocks. Unfortunately, their efforts were not enough, as the Timberwolves took advantage of the Lakers' 10 turnovers and scored 19 points off them. The Lakers' bench was also outscored by the Minnesota bench, 25-6.