Lakers vs. Timberwolves

Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma had a game-high 31 points but it wasn’t enough as the Timberwolves pulled away for a 121-104 victory.

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Dec. 25, 2017 12 AM PT

Photos from the Los Angeles Lakers’ 121-104 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves at Staples Center on Christmas night.

Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns fights for a rebound with Lakers guard Josh Hart (5) and forward Julius Randle during the second half.

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Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns grabs a rebound over Lakers guard Josh Hart (5) and forward Julius Randle (30) during the second half.

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Lakers guard Jordan Clarkson drives to the basket against Timberwolves guard Jeff Teague (0) and forward Andrew Wiggins (22) during the first half.

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Lakers guard Josh Hart (5) high-fives teammate Jordan Clarkson (6) during a break in the action.

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Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma attempts to dribble past Timberwolves forward Taj Gibson during the first half.

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Lakers coach Luke Walton argues a call with referee Bennie Adams during the first half.

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Timberwolves guard Jimmy Butler iis trapped by Lakers forward Corey Brewer (3) and guard Tyler Ennis during the first half.

(Gary Coronado / Los Angeles Times)