The Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors will meet for Game 1 of their second-round NBA playoff series on Tuesday night. The Timberwolves are looking to bounce back after defeating the Los Angeles Lakers last week, while the Warriors come in fresh off their Game 7 victory against the Houston Rockets.

Wolves’ player Anthony Edwards had a standout performance against the Lakers with an average of 26.8 points per game. Key contributions also came from Julius Randle, Jaden McDaniels, Naz Reid, and Rudy Gobert during their series win. The Warriors were particularly effective with Stephen Curry leading the charge, complemented by Buddy Hield’s 33 points in their decisive match against the Rockets.

The Timberwolves are the betting favorites to win this series at -190. According to expert predictions, four of six analysts foresee Minnesota advancing to the Western Conference finals once more.

Game Details for Timberwolves vs. Warriors (Game 1)

• Time: 9:30 p.m. ET
• Date: Tuesday, May 6
• Location: Target Center, Minneapolis
• TV Channel: TNT
• Live Stream: Max
• Odds: Timberwolves -6.5, O/U 210.5

Best Bet for Timberwolves vs. Warriors (Game 1)

Though Julius Randle impressed in the previous series, he faced little defensive resistance. Now, he’s likely to contend with Draymond Green, a player known for his strong defense. Historically, Randle has struggled against tough matchups, and this could limit his scoring potential against a focused Green.
The Pick: Randle Under 20.5 Points