The Minnesota Timberwolves triumphed over the Los Angeles Lakers, clinching the first-round playoff series 4-1 with a 103-96 victory. Rudy Gobert's playoff career highs of 27 points and 24 rebounds were pivotal, allowing the Timberwolves to dominate the boards, out-rebounding the Lakers 54-37.

Although Anthony Edwards had a quieter game with 15 points and 11 rebounds, he played a crucial role in defense and facilitating plays. The Timberwolves responded to pre-series predictions favoring the Lakers with a message on social media, declaring, 'We were told in 5.' Minnesota advances to face either the Golden State Warriors or Houston Rockets in the conference semifinals, while the Lakers face a difficult off-season, needing to address their roster issues.