The Timberwolves have played well against the Lakers throughout Edwards's tenure in Minnesota, and a potential playoff series could be an enticing matchup; the Timberwolves can give the Lakers a problem with their size up front with Gobert, Naz Reid and Randle.

With a head-to-head game against the Nuggets and teams in front of them set to play, the Lakers have a golden opportunity to gain some ground in the standings.