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Lakers defeated Timberwolves 116-112, led by LeBron`s triple-double, solidifying their top position in the West.

The Los Angeles Lakers triumphed over the Minnesota Timberwolves with a nail-biting 116-112 victory at Crypto.com Arena. LeBron James showcased his brilliance, achieving a triple-double with 28 points, 11 rebounds, and 13 assists, leading the Lakers to their 36th win of the season. Anthony Davis also made a significant impact, contributing 24 points and 15 rebounds, while D`Angelo Russell added 18 points to the scoreboard.

Despite a game-high 32 points from Anthony Edwards, the Timberwolves struggled to keep pace with the Lakers` balanced offensive attack. Karl-Anthony Towns recorded a double-double with 22 points and 11 rebounds, but it wasn`t enough to secure a win. The game was fiercely contested, featuring 14 lead changes and 12 ties, but the Lakers pulled away in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Timberwolves 31-24.

A clutch three-pointer from James with just 1:15 remaining gave the Lakers a crucial 112-108 lead, effectively sealing the victory. The sellout crowd of 18,997 witnessed an exhilarating matchup that solidified the Lakers` position atop the Western Conference standings, while the Timberwolves fell to 32-28, currently holding the 7th seed.

In other NBA action, the Golden State Warriors defeated the Orlando Magic 121-115, and the Cleveland Cavaliers continued their strong season with a 115-105 win over the Boston Celtics.

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