Here's what's next for the Lakers and the steps they can take toward building a title contender for the upcoming season.

The Los Angeles Lakers are one loss away from being eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Lakers are down 3-1 in the series but will have a chance to extend it in Game 5.

The Lakers are down 3-1 in the series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, who are being led by Anthony Edwards.