The Los Angeles Lakers lost Game 3 of their first-round playoff series to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday by a final score of 116-104, and in doing so, they wasted a vintage performance from LeBron James.

In hindsight, it's a bit surprising how comfortably Anthony Edwards deferred to the NBA's elder statesmen at the Olympics.

The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a crucial Game 3 victory in the NBA Playoffs against the Los Angeles Lakers, and Anthony Edwards had high praise for LeBron James following the game. Despite LeBron James’ remarkable performance at age 40,