The Los Angeles Lakers’ postseason that started with so much promise is over after just five games.
The Lakers lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves 103-96 on Wednesday as star Luka Dončić fought through an apparent injury but didn’t have enough to will his team to victory.
Late in the second half, Dončić drove through the lane for a layup and took an awkward fall, coming up in visible pain. He exited the game and went to the locker room right before halftime.
Dončić was able to return in the second half, but still appeared to be in pain as he labored around the court.
Despite the apparent injury, Dončić was able to erase a 10-point halftime lead and keep his team in the game for most of the fourth quarter. Ultimately,…