Stephen A. Smith delivers a passionate breakdown of the Los Angeles Lakers' early playoff exit after a 4-1 series defeat by the Minnesota Timberwolves. On ESPN's First Take, Smith credits Minnesota's dominance, highlighting Anthony Edwards' explosive performance and Rudy Gobert's interior control. He critiques the Lakers' lack of size, chemistry, and defensive cohesion, especially with Anthony Davis sidelined. Smith emphasizes that the Timberwolves' physicality and unity were decisive factors in the series.