The Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors kick off their second-round NBA playoff series on Tuesday night with Game 1. Minnesota is coming off a six-day break after defeating the Los Angeles Lakers last week, while the Warriors are fresh off their Game 7 victory over the Houston Rockets just two days prior.

Star player Anthony Edwards excelled against LA, averaging 26.8 points per game. The series saw contributions from Julius Randle, Jaden McDaniels, Naz Reid, and Rudy Gobert. Conversely, the Warriors’ attack has been spearheaded by Stephen Curry, who stood out against the Rockets alongside Buddy Hield, who netted 33 points in Game 7.

The Timberwolves are currently favored in this matchup (-190), with four out of six experts predicting their progression to the Western Conference finals for a second consecutive year.

Timberwolves vs. Warriors Game 1 Facts

Time: 9:30 p.m. ET | Date: Tuesday, May 6
Location: Target Center – Minneapolis
TV channel: TNT | Live stream: Max
Odds (from Caesars): Timberwolves -6.5, O/U 210.5

Best Bet for Game 1

Julius Randle’s performance in the previous series stands out, but it came against a team lacking rim protection. Historically, he shot just 34.4% from the field during his previous playoff appearances, with fewer results from three-point attempts. This Game 1, he’ll be primarily matched against Draymond Green, a defender renowned for his versatility. In the first round, Alperen Sengun fared poorly under Green’s coverage, shooting only 39%. Green’s defensive prowess may turn Randle into a jump shooter, curtailing his scoring opportunities unless he finds his rhythm.

The Pick: Randle Under 20.5 Points