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The Lakers officially demonstrated their determination to win! The probability of winning today is more than 60%. James arrived at home 4 hours in advance

1:57pm, 6 May 2025【Basketball】

On May 1, the NBA playoffs continued. The Lakers will face the Timberwolves at home today, which is a series G5 between both sides. The Lakers, who are behind 1-3, will be eliminated if they lose. The famous media ESPN predicts that the Lakers' chances of winning today are 61.3%.

Earlier today, the Lakers officially posted a photo of the players gathering together, with stars such as James, Reeves, Hachimura Ei, and coach Redick standing in the middle to explain the tactics to everyone. It can be seen that the Lakers are very dedicated to today's game and they are eager to win the G5!

According to statistics, the top 5 players who averaged scores in life and death in NBA history are as follows (at least 5 games): 1. James: Average 33.5 points per game, 2. Doncic: Average 33.4 points per game, 33.4 points per game, 31.3 points per game, 4. Chamberlain: Average 31.1 points per game, 5. Durant: Average 29.9 points per game!

Among them, as a new player in the team, Doncic's performance today is undoubtedly very critical. So far in his career, Doncic has played a total of eight series of life and death games (exit if it is lost), averaging 33.4 points, 9.6 rebounds and 7.5 assists per game, shooting percentage of 47.6%, three-pointers and 31.3%, free throws and 65.7%, with a record of 4 wins and 4 losses.

According to statistics, the Lakers' previous series that lagged behind 1-3 in team history totaled 1 win and 16 losses, and the last time they won was in 1970. Looking at the entire team, only James completed a 1-3 to 4-3 comeback in the 2016 Finals. However, among the probability of winning today given by ESPN, the Lakers are as high as 61.3%, while the Timberwolves are only 38.7%.

With more than four hours left before the start of the game, James had arrived at the Lakers' home court in advance. This also shows the determination of James and the Lakers from another level.

Do you think the Lakers can win the G5 today? Welcome to give your predictions in the comment section.