 Lakers guard Kobe Bryant scores on a reverse layup against the Timberwolves on Friday night at Staples Center. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times / March 16, 2012) |
Point guard Ramon Sessions had seven points, five assists and four rebounds in his first game since the Lakers acquired him Thursday from Cleveland. He played 19 minutes.
The Lakers' other acquisition before the trade deadline, power forward Jordan Hill, did not suit up.
The Lakers (28-16) improved to an NBA-best record of 19-2 at home.
Kevin Love had 27 points and 15 rebounds for Minnesota (22-23) as the Timberwolves lost to the Lakers for a 19th consecutive time.
Lakers center Andrew Bynum had 15 points and 14 rebounds, though he didn't shoot well, making only four of 13 attempts.