The NBA play-offs were held in their first round. Timberwolves, who finished the Western Conference 6th place, hosted Lakers 3rd in the 4th match of the series.
In Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards, 43 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists and Julius Randle 25 points, 7 rebounds were the architects of the win.
LeBron James produced 27 points, 12 rebounds, 8 assists and Rui Hachimura 23 points, and 5 rebounds at Lukers.
Tatum carried Celtics
Boston Celtics, who stayed in the play-offs as the second in the Eastern Conference, defeated the 7th Conference Orlando Magic 107-98 in the 4th match of the series.
Jayson Tatum at the last champion Celtics, which had 3-1 advantage in the series, contributed to the win with 37 points, 14 rebounds and Jaylen Brown 21 points and 11 rebounds.
In the host Magic, Paolo Banchero played 31 points, 7 rebounds and Franz Wagner 24 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists.
Consequences
Detroit Pistons-New York Knicks: 93-94 (1-3)
Minnesota Timberwolves-Los Angeles Lakers: 116-113 (3-1)
Orlando Magic-Boston Celtics: 98-107 (1-3)
Milwaukee Bucks-Inia Pacers: 103-129 (1-3)