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.

Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James suffered a knee injury during the team's five-game playoff series loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. James tried to play through the injury, but eventually the Lakers were eliminated.