The Lakers solved their defensive problems Tuesday night but they still are having problems with Minnesota's stingy defense.

Live updates and highlights from Game 2 of the first-round playoff series between the Lakers and Timberwolves.

Not to be overlooked in Minnesota’s game-closing effort was its stellar defensive showing. The Lakers missed five straight shots after tying the game at 103-103 before Los Angeles coach J.J. Redick waved the white flag and removed the starters from the game in the final minute.