Minnesota took Game 1 in blowout fashion, 117-95, even with Luka Dončić putting up 37 points. Game 2 was a different story as the Lakers put forth a much better defensive effort and tied the series at 1-1 with a 94-85 victory on Tuesday night.

Luka Doncic had 31 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers fought back to even their first-round series with the Minnesota Timberwolves with a 94-85 victory in Game 2.

The pressure is on in LA as the Los Angles Lakers take the floor for a critical Game 2 showdown against the red-hot Minnesota Timberwolves. After a stinging 117-95 loss in Game 1, where the Lakers unraveled after a strong first quarter,