LOS ANGELES — LeBron James and Luka Doncic face elimination as the third-seeded Los Angeles Lakers host Anthony Edwards and the sixth-seeded Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference quarterfinals today – Wednesday, April 30 – at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. The game will broadcast live on TNT, truTV and Spectrum SportsNet, with tip-off at 10 p.m. Eastern (7 p.m. Pacific).
How do I watch Lakers vs. Timberwolves Game 5 for free?
Fans who’ve cut the cord on cable can stream the game locally on Fubo (free trial and $30 off first month) or watch nationwide on DirecTV Stream (free trial) or Sling (promotional offers).
| Streaming service | Monthly Price | Free trial | Length | Discount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DirecTV Stream | $74.99 | Yes | 5-day | No |
| Fubo | $84.99 | Yes | 5-day | $30 off first month |
| Sling | $45.99 | No | N/A | Half off first month |
After a season of drama and intrigue, the Los Angeles Lakers are on the brink. The Lakers led by as many as 12 points before falling to the Timberwolves, 116-113, in Game 4 on April 27.
The stars played their part to the fullest extent. Doncic exploded for 38 points while James, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, nabbed 27 points, 12 rebounds and eight assists.
Rui Hachimura tacked on 23 points and five rebounds while Austin Reaves chipped in 17 points, seven rebounds and four assists.
Lakers first-year head coach JJ Redick came under fire for not making a single substitution in the second half, which resulted in James and Doncic playing 46 minutes each.
Watch Lakers vs. Timberwolves Game 5 for free on DirecTV Stream
The Timberwolves surged past the Lakers behind their budding superstar who is craving a championship.
Anthony Edwards notched a game-high 43 points and nine rebounds in a spectacular display. He tallied 16 points in the fourth quarter, bringing the Timberwolves to the finish line. Minnesota has outscored the Lakers in every fourth quarter this series.
Julius Randle powered in 25 points with seven rebounds and three assists.
Teams that go up 3-1 in the NBA Playoffs tout a 275-13 overall record in the series conclusion. Do James and Doncic have enough left in the tank to force it back to LA for Game 6?
If Minnesota wins, they will get a semifinal matchup against either the seventh-seeded Golden State Warriors or second-seeded Houston Rockets.
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What are the latest odds for Lakers vs. Timberwolves Game 5?
Moneyline: LOS (-238), MINN: (+195)
Spread: LOS: (-5.5), MINN: (+5.5)
Over/Under: 210.5
Here’s more information on how to watch Los Angeles Lakers vs Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA Playoffs:
- Who: NBA Playoffs West Quarterfinals, Game 5: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
- When: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
- Time: 10 p.m. Eastern (7 p.m. Pacific)
- Where: Crypto.com Arena | Los Angeles, Calif.
- Channel: TNT, truTV and Spectrum SportsNet
- Best streaming options: Fubo (free trial and $30 off first month) DirecTV Stream (free trial) or Sling (promotional offers)
- Cable Channel Finder: AT&T U-Verse, Comcast Xfinity, Spectrum/Charter, Optimum/Altice, Cox, DIRECTV, Dish, Verizon Fios
