But in Game 2, the Lakers flipped the script. Behind a blistering 34-15 start in the first quarter, Los Angeles seized early control and never looked back, holding off the Timberwolves in a 94-85 win at Crypto.com Arena to even the series at 1-1.

For months, the Lakers have confused and angered some the NBA's biggest offensive stars with a defensive scheme no one can quite figure out. It'll be tested again Saturday, when they face off against Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves.

Despite Doncic’s heroics, the rest of the Lakers struggled to keep pace, including LeBron James, who uncharacteristically faltered in the postseason. The 21-time All-Star, known for stepping up in the playoffs,