NBA roundup: Wolves get key victory over Lakers

Jeff Teague recorded 25 points and eight assists and Jimmy Butler added 18 points in his return from a knee injury to help the Minnesota Timberwolves record a crucial 113-96 victory over the host Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night at Staples Center. Butler missed 17 games with the knee injury he suffered on Feb. 23 against the Houston Rockets. Taj Gibson contributed 18 points, 10 rebounds and three blocked shots as the Timberwolves ended a two-game slide.