Minnesota Timberwolves vs Los Angeles Lakers Game 1 Pick – 4/19/2025

The Minnesota Timberwolves (49-33) will face off against the Los Angeles Lakers (50-32) in Game 1 of their Western Conference first round playoff series on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at 8:30 PM ET. This contest will take place at Crypto.com Arena, where the Lakers have established a strong home-court advantage.

Both teams come into this game with extra time to rest, having last played six days ago. This added break could be a double-edged sword, as while the Timberwolves might benefit from the rest, they must also contend with the challenges of traveling cross-country for this contest.

The Los Angeles Lakers enter the game as favorites, with a current spread of Lakers -4.0 and a moneyline of -180, giving them an implied win probability of 62%. The Lakers have performed well at home this season, winning 30 of their last 40 home games. In contrast, the Timberwolves, despite having won 32 of their last 50 games, face a tougher road ahead with the disadvantage of travel.

In their last outing, the Timberwolves secured a win against the Utah Jazz, dominating with a score of 116-105. Conversely, the Lakers are looking to bounce back after a disappointing loss to the Portland Trail Blazers, where they fell 109-81.

Betting enthusiasts may want to focus on Anthony Edwards's Points, Rebounds, and Assists prop market, which has garnered significant interest. Additionally, many sharp bettors are leaning towards the Under for the game, particularly at the current line of Under 37.5 Points, Rebounds, and Assists (-110), suggesting value in this approach. As game time approaches, all eyes will be on how these two teams respond to their respective challenges.

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Los Angeles Lakers Game 1 Prediction

Predicted Final Score: Minnesota Timberwolves 108.49, Los Angeles Lakers 111.26

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Los Angeles Lakers Game 1 Win Probabilities

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