The Minnesota Timberwolves face elimination tonight as they take on the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals. Trailing 3-1 in the series, the Timberwolves must secure a victory to keep their championship hopes alive.
What time is the game?
- Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2025
- Time:
- 8:30 PM ET
- 7:30 PM CT
- 6:30 PM MT
- 5:30 PM PT
- Venue: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK
Where to watch?
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Streaming: Sling TV, DirecTV, FuboTV
What to expect
In Game 4, the Thunder edged out the Timberwolves 128-126, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading the charge with 40 points. Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren added 34 and 21 points, respectively.
The Timberwolves struggled with turnovers, committing 21, and had difficulties on the boards. Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle combined for only 21 points, highlighting the need for improved performances from their stars.
To stay alive in the series, Minnesota must enhance their rebounding efforts, limit turnovers, and contain Gilgeous-Alexander’s impact on the game.
Western Conference Finals Schedule
- Game 1: Thunder 114, Timberwolves 88
- Game 2: Thunder 118, Timberwolves 103
- Game 3: Timberwolves 143, Thunder 101
- Game 4: Thunder 128, Timberwolves 126
- Game 5: Wednesday, May 28 | 8:30 PM ET | ESPN
- Game 6: Friday, May 30 | 8:30 PM ET | ESPN *
- Game 7: Sunday, June 1 | 8:00 PM ET | ESPN *
*if necessary
With their season on the line, the Timberwolves must deliver a resilient performance to force a Game 6 back in Minneapolis. The Thunder, aiming for their first NBA Finals appearance since 2012, will look to capitalize on their home-court advantage.
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