The Minnesota Timberwolves, seeded sixth, are aiming to avoid a sweep in the series against the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 2 of the 2025 Western Conference finals this Thursday.

The Thunder secured a dominant 114-88 victory in the series opener, marking one of the lowest-scoring games for the Timberwolves this season. Both teams finished the regular season with a balanced 2-2 record.

Tipoff is set for 8:30 p.m. ET at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, where the Thunder boasted a 35-6 record during the regular season. Oklahoma City comes into this game as an 8-point favorite, with the over/under for total points at 217. The odds reflect this: Oklahoma City at -327 for the money line, while Minnesota stands at +262 (risking $100 to win $262).

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Why the Thunder can cover

• The Thunder are 6-1 at home this postseason, with several wins of 19 points or more.
• With a solid record of 47-26-3 against the spread after a victory, this team has shown consistency.
• Guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who recorded a team-high of 31 points and 9 assists in Game 1, is a critical player. He averages 29.2 points and 6.6 assists this playoff season.

Why the Timberwolves can cover

• Minnesota’s 14-8-1 record against the spread as underdogs reflects their potential.
• Guard Anthony Edwards leads the team with an average of 25.7 points per game this postseason.
• Forward Julius Randle also shone in Game 1, contributing 28 points and showing exceptional shooting accuracy.

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