Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James challenged the Minnesota Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards to "make the next step" after the Wolves eliminated the Lakers from the 2025 NBA playoffs. The two shared a quick exchange on the court following Minnesota's 103-96 win in Game 5:

LeBron James had his 22nd NBA season come to an end Wednesday night with a Game 5 loss at home to the Timberwolves. Moments after the final whistle he had a powerful message for Anthony Edwards, whose stardom is only on the rise after another playoff series win.

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James sent a message to Anthony Edwards after falling to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of the 2024–25 NBA Playoffs. The Los Angeles Lakers were officially eliminated from the 2024–25 NBA Playoffs following a 103–96 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of their first-round series.