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LOS ANGELES -- LeBron James and the third-seeded Los Angeles Lakers host Anthony Edwards and the sixth-seeded Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1 of the Western Conference quarterfinals today – Saturday, April 19 – at Arena in Los Angeles, California. The game will broadcast live on ABC, with tip-off at 8:30 p.m. Eastern. (5:30 p.m. Pacific).
How do I watch Lakers vs. Timberwolves Game 1 for free?
Fans who’ve cut the cord on cable can stream the game on Fubo (free trial) DirecTV Stream (free trial) or Sling (promotional offers).
The Lakers (50-32) are ready to show why they took part in one of the most stunning trades in NBA history. Los Angeles shipped off Anthony Davis for generational superstar Luka Doncic, pairing him with the NBA’s all-time leading scorer in James.
In 22 games with the Lakers, Doncic is averaging 28.2 points, 8.1 rebounds and 7.5 assists. James is averaging 24.4 points, 8.2 assists and 7.2 rebounds while shooting 51.3% from the field.
The bright lights are nothing new to those two, but this may be the opportune moment for Austin Reaves to take his game to even further heights. The shooting guard is averaging a career-high 20.2 points, 5.8 assists and 4.5 rebounds while shooting 46% from the field, including a career-high 37.7% from beyond the arc.
The Timberwolves (49-33) are sneaky good. Minnesota, which reached the Western Conference Finals last year, resembles nothing of a sixth seed when you delve into their mechanics. They have the eight-best offensive rating in the NBA and the sixth-best defensive rating. It equals out to the fourth-highest net rating in the Association.
Star shooting guard Anthony Edwards remains the key to Minnesota’s success. He is averaging a career-high 27.6 points, 5.7 rebounds and 4.5 assists while shooting 44.7% from the field, including a career-high 39.5% from beyond the arc.
Power forward Julius Randle is the solid No. 2 option. He is averaging 18.7 points, 7.1 rebounds and 4.7 assists while shooting 48.5% from the field.
What are the latest odds for Lakers vs. Timberwolves Game 1?
Moneyline: LOS (-185), MINN: (+154)
Spread: LOS: (-4), MINN: (+4)
Over/Under: 216
Here’s more information on how to watch Los Angeles Lakers vs Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA Playoffs:
Who: NBA Playoffs West Quarterfinals, Game 1: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Minnesota TimberwolvesWhen: Saturday, April 19, 2025Time: 8:30 p.m. Eastern (5:30 p.m. Pacific)Where: Arena | Los Angeles, : ABCBest streaming options: Fubo (free trial) DirecTV Stream (free trial) or Sling (promotional offers)Cable Channel Finder: AT&T U-Verse, Comcast Xfinity, Spectrum/Charter, Optimum/Altice, Cox, DIRECTV, Dish, Verizon Fios
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