Dorian Finney-Smith anticipates an electrifying playoff atmosphere as the Los Angeles Lakers prepare to host the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena for Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Playoffs. Notably, this marks the Lakers' first playoff opener at home since 2012. Finney-Smith, who joined the Lakers from the Brooklyn Nets, expressed excitement about experiencing the intense Laker energy he admired growing up. Having been part of the Mavericks' Western Conference Finals run in 2022, he understands the heightened stakes of playoff basketball. He emphasized that each possession is critical in the playoffs, especially with the Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards in the mix, a player capable of taking over games. The Lakers are looking to build on their previous playoff success from 2023, where they also reached the Western Conference Finals.