'We'll get better.' Lakers vow to improve after blowout Game 1 loss to Timberwolves

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) looks to pass under pressure from Lakers forward LeBron James (23) at Crypto.com Arena on Saturday. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)For 12 minutes to begin the 2025 playoffs, Luka Doncic rewarded the Lakers fans in the packed arena, showing that all the hopefulness that they entered Crypto.com Arena on Saturday wasn’t just some foolish dream.It could really happen; he’s that good.But for as much as a brilliant Doncic start