Check Lakers vs. Timberwolves prediction playoff game 2 of NBA. The Minnesota Timberwolves hold a 1-0 lead heading into Game 2 of their First Round series against the Los Angeles Lakers. Despite the early deficit, the Lakers are listed as 5.5-point favorites heading into Tuesday night’s matchup at Crypto.com Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:00 p.m. ET and will air nationally.
The game total is set at 210 points, and oddsmakers are still giving the edge to the Lakers on their home court, even after Minnesota’s gritty Game 1 win.
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📺 Where to Watch Lakers vs. Timberwolves Game 2? (Tuesday, Apr 22 2025)
- 🗓 Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025
- 🕙 Time: 10:00 p.m. ET
- 📺 TV: ESPN, NBA TV
- 📍 Location: Crypto.com Arena – Los Angeles, CA
- 💻 Live Stream: Fubo
Betting Odds
| Type | Lakers | Timberwolves |
| Spread | -5.5 | +5.5 |
| Moneyline | -245 | +200 |
| Over/Under | 210 |
Best Bets & Insights
✅ Spread Pick: Timberwolves +5.5
- The Lakers are 12-14-1 ATS this season when favored by 5.5 points or more.
- The Timberwolves are 4-3 ATS as 5.5+ point underdogs.
- After winning Game 1 on the road, momentum is on Minnesota’s side.
✅ Total Pick: Over 210
- Combined, the Lakers and Wolves average 227.7 PPG, nearly 18 points above this total.
- Both teams’ matchups have exceeded 210 points in 65 of 82 games this season.
✅ Moneyline Pick: Lakers (-245)
- LA has won 72% of its games as the favorite this year (36-14).
- However, Minnesota is 8-10 as a moneyline underdog, and already proved they can steal one on the road.
🔥 Player Props to Watch
Los Angeles Lakers
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists | 3PM |
| LeBron James | 24.5 (-110) | 7.5 (-125) | 6.5 (+105) | 1.5 (-175) |
| Austin Reaves | 18.5 (-120) | 4.5 (-115) | 4.5 (+124) | 2.5 (-105) |
| Luka Doncic | 30.5 (-125) | 8.5 (-140) | 6.5 (-135) | 3.5 (+100) |
Minnesota Timberwolves
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists | 3PM |
| Anthony Edwards | 25.5 (-120) | 5.5 (-110) | 5.5 (+110) | 3.5 (-140) |
| Julius Randle | 16.5 (-125) | 6.5 (-125) | 4.5 (-115) | 1.5 (-140) |
🚨 Injury Report
| Team | Player | Status | Note |
| Lakers | Maxi Kleber | Out | Not available for Game 2 |
| LeBron James | Active | No longer on injury report (hip) | |
| Wolves | Rob Dillingham | Out | Ankle injury |
💰 Clutch Parlay Builder (Sample +500 Odds)
- LeBron James Over 6.5 Assists (+105)
- Anthony Edwards Over 3.5 Threes (-140)
- Total Points Over 210 (-110)
- Timberwolves +5.5 Spread (-110)
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✅ ClutchBuzz Final Lakers vs. Timberwolves Prediction Playoff Game 2
Score Prediction: Lakers 108 – Timberwolves 104
Minnesota will keep things close with strong perimeter play, but LA evens the series behind a resurgent LeBron and a more efficient night from Reaves.
