The Lakers competed in their first NBA playoff game on Saturday following the 2024-25 regular season. Minnesota defeated Los Angeles, 117-95, in game No. 1 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California.
Former Vol Dalton Knecht played three minutes for the Lakers. He recorded five points and three rebounds. Knecht converted 2-of-4 field goal attempts and 1-of-3 three-point attempts in his first career NBA playoff game.
Luka Doncic scored 37 points and LeBron James totaled 19 points for the Lakers.