It was a game that the Lakers had to win, and LeBron James had to play great. James almost had a triple-double in this game, pouring in 21 points, grabbing 11 rebounds, and dishing out seven assists.

On Tuesday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers picked up a much-needed home win over the Minnesota Timberwolves to tie their first round series at one game apiece. The Lakers dominated this game essentially from the jump,

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards is somewhat of an expert on technical fouls. He was quick, therefore, to assist the officials when he saw what he deemed to be an uncalled offense by LeBron James during the first-round NBA playoff game between the two stars.