On the eve of the Los Angeles Lakers starting their journey in the NBA playoffs, franchise icon Magic Johnson is getting some butterflies about the matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves. In a post on X, Johnson explained he's "scared" for the Lakers because of what the NBA's "most exciting player" Anthony Edwards can do against them.

The Los Angeles Lakers entered the NBA playoffs as one of the favorites to win the championship. However, Lakers legend Magic Johnson shared a surprising confession. He expressed concern about the team’s matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Before the postseason action officially gets underway, Lakers icon Magic Johnson shared his thoughts on the series. Even though LA is one of the top seeds in the West, he still has his doubts. Magic's biggest fear heading into this matchup is how tough of a defensive assignment Anthony Edwards is.