Lakers forward Trevor Ariza slips past Minnesota forward Ryan Gomes for a shot during the first half Sunday. (Paul Battaglia / Associated Press)
Lakers guard Kobe Bryant pulls up for a short-range jumper over Minnesota guard Randy Foye during the first half Sunday. (Paul Battaglia / Associated Press)
Timberwolves forward Craig Smith splits the defense of Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) and center Pau Gasol for a layup during the second half Sunday. (Paul Battaglia / Associated Press)
Lakers center Pau Gasol rises above Minnesota center Jason Collins for a shot in the lane during the first half Sunday. (Paul Battaglia / Associated Press)
Timberwolves forward Ryan Gomes looks for an open teammate against the defensive pressure of Lakers forward Trevor Ariza during the first half Sunday. (Paul Battaglia / Associated Press)
Lakers forward Lamar Odom arrives too late with the help defense as Minnesota point guard Sebastian Telfair goes in for a layup in the second half Sunday. (Paul Battaglia / Associated Press)
