Rome, April 26 (LaPresse) – In last night’s NBA playoff action, the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 116-104 in Game 3, taking a 2-1 lead in the series. Minnesota was led by 30 points from Jaden McDaniels and 29 from Anthony Edwards, nullifying a stellar performance from LeBron James, who scored 38 points. The Orlando Magic edged out the Boston Celtics 95-93, also moving ahead 2-1 in their series. Franz Wagner scored 32 points for the Magic, and Paolo Banchero added 29. The Milwaukee Bucks secured a home win over the Indiana Pacers (117-101), powered by 37 points from both Giannis Antetokounmpo and Gray Trent Jr.