Check today’s Lakers vs. Timberwolves game 5 prediction here. The Los Angeles Lakers return to Crypto.com Arena on the brink of elimination, trailing the Minnesota Timberwolves 3-1 in their first-round playoff series. After a hard-fought Game 4 that saw Minnesota take control late, the Lakers must now lean on veteran leadership and home-court advantage to keep their season alive. LeBron James, Luka Dončić, and Austin Reaves have carried much of the offensive load for L.A., but it hasn’t been enough to overcome Minnesota’s aggressive defense and balanced scoring.
On the other side, the Timberwolves are clicking at the right time. Anthony Edwards has elevated his play, Julius Randle continues to make a difference on both ends, and Rudy Gobert is dominating the glass. With momentum and confidence, the Wolves have a golden opportunity to close out the series on the road and advance.
Can the Lakers force a Game 6, or will Minnesota deliver the knockout punch? Let’s break down Game 5.
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📺 Where to Watch Lakers vs. Timberwolves Game 5? (Wednesday, April 30 2025)
- Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
- Time: 10:00 p.m. ET
- Location: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
- TV Channel: TNT
- Streaming: Fubo, Max (regional restrictions may apply)
💸 Lakers vs. Timberwolves Game 5 Betting Odds
- Spread: Lakers -5.5
- Total: 209.5
- Moneyline: Lakers -230 | Timberwolves +190
🧩 Series Recap
- Game 1: Timberwolves win
- Game 2: Lakers win
- Game 3: Timberwolves win
- Game 4: Timberwolves win (Lead series 3-1)
The Wolves took control in Game 4 with a late-game push led by Anthony Edwards, while L.A. struggled to close in the fourth quarter.
📊 Betting Trends & Insights
- Lakers: 5-5 ATS last 10 | 14-14 ATS as favorites of 5.5+ | 41 games hit the over
- Timberwolves: 6-4 ATS last 10 | 6-3 ATS as underdogs of 5.5+ | 44 games hit the over
- Combined PPG: 227.7 — That’s 18.7 points over tonight’s 209.5 total
- Combined OPP PPG allowed: 221.5 — Also over the total
🏥 Injury Report
Lakers:
- Maxi Kleber (Foot) – Questionable
Timberwolves:
- Robert Dillingham (Ankle) – Out
🎯 Player Prop Bets (O/U Points)
| Player | O/U Points | Season Avg | Bet Lean |
| Anthony Edwards | 28.5 | 27.6 | Over 🔥 |
| Julius Randle | 20.5 | 18.7 | Under |
| LeBron James | 26.5 | 24.4 | Over |
| Luka Dončić | 31.5 | 28.2 | Under |
| Austin Reaves | 18.5 | 20.2 | Over 💰 |
💵 Same Game Parlay (Suggested)
- Anthony Edwards 30+ points
- Austin Reaves 3+ 3PM
- Over 209.5 total points
- Timberwolves +5.5Boosted Odds Payout: +650
🔮 Final Lakers vs. Timberwolves Game 5 Prediction
The Lakers are desperate, but Minnesota has shown poise and resilience throughout this series. Edwards is playing like a star, and L.A. hasn’t consistently defended the perimeter or rebounded well enough to close games. With pressure mounting, expect a close battle — but the Timberwolves’ edge in chemistry and clutch scoring may prove decisive.
- ✅ Prediction: Timberwolves 113, Lakers 111
- ✅ ATS Pick: Timberwolves +5.5
- ✅ O/U Pick: Over 209.5
