Jaden McDaniels is an ascending star, LeBron James can still be the best player on the court and Anthony Edwards showed he can come through in the clutch.

Not to be overlooked in Minnesota’s game-closing effort was its stellar defensive showing. The Lakers missed five straight shots after tying the game at 103-103 before Los Angeles coach J.J. Redick waved the white flag and removed the starters from the game in the final minute.