After Sunday’s chaos, it’s clear: the Los Angeles Lakers need just one thing—motivation. A 1-3 deficit is a tough pill for a 17-time champion team to swallow. But with LeBron James and Luka Doncic on board, the Purple and Gold are always in the spotlight. LeBron, at 40, just dropped one of his best defensive performances against Minnesota. Now, he’s ready to bounce back.

The damage is done, and the next two games will determine everything. And before that, the Akron Hammer seemingly found the perfect Instagram page to boost his spirits. It looks like America’s $215 billion Air Force and its activities are helping Bron clear his vision.

LeBron James took to his IG Story to share a reel from user @andytrapha. In the video, you can see a group of Air Force pilots sitting around a table mapping out something. The reel has a caption: “Visualization isn’t optional when the margin for error is zero.” Well, this seems to fit with the Lakers star’s mind right now. So, LeBron also added a caption appreciating the content creator: “All about the process!! Incredible content here 👏🏾👏🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾”

After the Lakers’ Game 4 loss, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Down 1-3, there’s no room for error—every play matters. For a championship-bound team like this, it’s not just about the body; it’s about the mind. Visualization is their secret weapon now, guiding their game plan and sharpening focus. It’s all about staying locked in and seeing the path to victory, with pressure mounting at every turn.

Meanwhile, the Lakers reportedly feel pumped for the fifth game, waiting to unfold on Wednesday, April 30. Interestingly enough, LeBron’s teammate has issued a warning to Anthony Edwards & Co.

Lakers star sends strong LeBron James message to Minnesota Timberwolves ahead of Game 5

Dorian Finney-Smith is brimming with confidence as the Los Angeles Lakers head towards Game 5 vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves. The small forward believes a comeback is inevitable. But do you know why? Because they have the league’s All-Time Scorer on the roster. “I’ve seen Bron do it already,” DFS claimed without hesitation.

At the same time, many believe that Ant & the Wolves should feel the chills in their bones as Luka Doncic and LeBron James’s winning mentality will elevate the game after a 1-3 trail. “It’s definitely disappointing, but we haven’t lost anything yet. First to 4 wins and we just gotta still believe…” the Slovenian star told the media. “Yeah, it’s a fun challenge. We have the motivation to win these next two games. It’s going to be very hard. Every possession is going to matter. And we’re going to give 100% no matter what.”

As Game 5 approaches, the Lakers are fired up and ready for a comeback. With LeBron James leading the charge and Luka Doncic bringing his fierce determination, they know the stakes are high, but the challenge is thrilling. Meanwhile, the Wolves might want to watch their backs—this Purple and Gold squad isn’t done yet, and they’re coming for victory, one possession at a time.