The Los Angeles Lakers find themselves on the brink of elimination as they face the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5, trailing 3-1 in the series. With their season on the line, the Lakers remain optimistic, focusing on securing a win. However, Shaquille O'Neal, a Lakers legend, casts doubt on their chances, stating that the current team lacks the requisite grit and 'dogs' to fight through adversity. Despite having stars like LeBron James and Luka Doncic, O'Neal perceives a lack of supportive fighters around them, reminiscent of his championship-winning teams that had integral role players. He believes the Lakers may be preparing for next season instead of a comeback in this series.