For the third straight game the Lakers started the game by giving their opponents a big lead that they could not erase. This time Los Angeles went down 17-31 against Minnesota, eventually losing the game by 20 points (104-124).

After the game Russell Westbrook, who scored 15 points agains the Timberwolves, was asked how the Lakers can bring back their confidence and swag.

“You just got to stick to your work, stick to your principles which you know, try to find a way to play the right type of basketball. That’s it,” the former NBA MVP said.