The Los Angeles Lakers find themselves in a precarious position in their NBA playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, trailing 3-1 after a narrow 116-113 loss in Game 4. As they prepare for a crucial Game 5, scheduled for Wednesday, the Lakers have listed recently acquired big man Maxi Kleber as questionable to play. This unexpected development has ignited mixed reactions among fans, with many expressing skepticism regarding Kleber's potential impact, given his limited contributions during the season.

Kleber, a 33-year-old forward/center, has been recovering since January from foot surgery, and while he resumed practice mid-April, his readiness for the pivotal game remains uncertain. With averages of only 3.0 points and 2.8 rebounds in 34 appearances for the Dallas Mavericks this season, fans are questioning whether he can provide the spark needed for the struggling Lakers in this must-win scenario.