The Lakers' weaknesses - no rim protection and lack of depth - were exposed in a five-game NBA playoffs series loss to the Timberwolves.

The Los Angeles Lakers are one loss away from being eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Lakers are down 3-1 in the series but will have a chance to extend it in Game 5.

Here's what's next for the Lakers and the steps they can take toward building a title contender for the upcoming season.