In the latest NBA postseason action, the Minnesota Timberwolves eliminated the Los Angeles Lakers, with Rudy Gobert leading the charge with an impressive 27 points and 24 rebounds. This marked an extraordinary achievement, putting him in the same conversation as Kevin Garnett for playoff performances. Despite Anthony Edwards' struggles, the Wolves capitalized on their size advantage, dominating the boards and limiting the Lakers to just 96 points.

The Lakers' decision to go small by benching Jackson Hayes backfired, as they struggled defensively against Gobert's presence. Offensively, they failed to capitalize on open shots, ultimately leading to their downfall. Meanwhile, the Houston Rockets extended their series against the Golden State Warriors, with Fred VanVleet and Amen Thompson stepping up as key players, showcasing their potential as the series heads to a critical game six.