The Lakers' lack of a true center was exploited throughout the series, particularly in Wednesday's matchup. Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert, who had not scored more than six points or secured more than 10 rebounds prior to Game 5, dominated with 27 points and 24 boards to send Minnesota to the next round.

Does anybody really expect that losing in the first round of the NBA playoffs in five games will be LeBron James' last act in the NBA? ESPN's Shams Charania reported Thursday on The Pat McAfee Show that his "understanding" is James will return for another season,