Reid scores 31 as Timberwolves defeat Lakers 127-117 without LeBron James, Anthony Davis

Timberwolves beat Lakers 127-117 without LeBron and Davis. Reid scores 31 points. Minnesota ties Denver atop Western Conference.

The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a 127-117 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in a game where Naz Reid shined with six 3-pointers and 31 points. LeBron James was absent due to flu-like symptoms, missing his 11th game of the season, while Anthony Davis had to exit early with an eye injury. Despite the Lakers' efforts, Minnesota capitalized on the absence of their superstars and moved even with Denver atop the Western Conference at 54-24.

Anthony Edwards contributed 26 points to the Timberwolves' win, as they took advantage of the opportunity to beat the surging Lakers. Davis' early exit allowed Minnesota to dominate the game, putting up a 46-point second quarter. Rudy Gobert's 18 points and 16 rebounds also played a crucial role in securing the victory for the Timberwolves.

Rui Hachimura led the Lakers with 30 points, but it wasn't enough to extend their four-game winning streak. Jaxson Hayes stepped up with a season-high 19 points and 10 assists in Davis' absence, while Spencer Dinwiddie added 18 points and seven assists. D'Angelo Russell struggled with his shooting, finishing with 15 points and 11 assists.

Minnesota's win came after a disappointing offensive performance in their previous game against Phoenix. With a chance to be the No. 1 seed in the West, the Timberwolves made a strong comeback, led by Reid's impressive performance.

The Timberwolves will host Washington next, while the Lakers will face Golden State in their upcoming game. Overall, it was a well-deserved victory for Minnesota, who proved their resilience and ability to capitalize on opportunities in a competitive Western Conference.

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