Best first-round NBA playoff matchups
The For The Hoops crew discuss the most exciting first-round NBA playoff series, including Lakers vs. Timberwolves and Rockets vs. Warriors.
The Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves will play what could be a pivotal Game 3 in their first-round NBA playoff series on Friday night.
The Timberwolves got off to an ideal start in the series, posting an impressive 117-95 road win that spoiled the Lakers’ home-court advantage. Even with Luka Doncic putting up 37 points, Minnesota dominated the final three quarters to take a series lead, with Anthony Edwards, Jaden McDaniels, and Naz Reid all scoring over 20 points.
However, the Lakers showed what they’re made of in Game 2, tightening up on defense in a 94-85 victory. The Timberwolves shot 51% from the field in the first meeting, but were held to just 38% in Tuesday’s contest. Doncic went off again, missing a triple-double by just one assist (31 points, 12 rebounds, nine assists).
Here’s how to watch Game 3 of the NBA playoff series between the Timberwolves and Lakers:
- Rui Hachimura
- LeBron James
- Jaxson Hayes
- Austin Reaves
- Luka Doncic
- Mike Conley
- Anthony Edwards
- Jaden McDaniels
- Julius Randle
- Rudy Gobert
What time is Lakers vs. Timberwolves Friday?
Game 3 of the NBA first-round playoff series between the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves is set to start at 9:30 p.m. ET at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
How to watch Lakers vs. Timberwolves NBA playoff game: TV, stream
- Time: 9:30 p.m. ET/6:30 p.m. PT
- Location: Target Center (Minneapolis, Minnesota)
- TV: ESPN
- Stream: Fubo, ESPN+, YouTube TV
Watch Lakers vs. Timberwolves Game 3 on Fubo
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