The Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves have split the opening two games of their first-round playoff series. The Lakers were blown out 117-95 in Game 1 but bounced back with a 94-85 win in Game 2.

James told his co-host Steve Nash that the 2012 Eastern Conference Finals against the Boston Celtics when he was with the Miami Heat was the most "exhausting" playoff series of his legendary career. "We go down 3-2 after losing a home game,

On his "Mind the Game" podcast, LeBron James praised a good friend and fellow four-time NBA champion for his versatility and great value to his team.