Check today’s Timberwolves vs. Warriors game 1 prediction. The Minnesota Timberwolves open the Western Conference Semifinals as 7-point home favorites against the battle-tested Golden State Warriors. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET at the Target Center in Minneapolis, with national coverage on TNT, truTV, and MAX. It’s a clash of two contrasting team arcs: Minnesota, fresh off a confident five-game dismissal of the Lakers, and Golden State, who clawed past Houston in seven games after nearly blowing a 3-1 series lead.
All eyes will be on the matchup between Draymond Green and Rudy Gobert, two fiery defensive anchors with a bit of history. But the X-factor could be Anthony Edwards, who continues to blossom into a postseason star. Meanwhile, the Warriors will look to Steph Curry and Playoff Jimmy Butler to quiet the Timberwolves’ roaring crowd. Expect a tense, physical game that could set the tone for the series.
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📺 Where to Watch Timberwolves vs. Warriors Game 1? (May 6, 2025)
| Platform | Details |
| Date | Tuesday, May 6, 2025 |
| Time | 9:30 p.m. ET |
| Location | Target Center (Minneapolis, MN) |
| TV | TNT, truTV, MAX |
💰 Betting Odds
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total (O/U) |
| Timberwolves | -7 (-112) | -285 | O 209.5 (-110) |
| Warriors | +7 (-108) | +230 | U 209.5 (-110) |
📊 Head-to-Head (2024–25 Regular Season)
| Date | Matchup | Result |
| Jan 15, 2025 | Warriors @ Timberwolves | Warriors 116 – 115 |
| Dec 21, 2024 | Warriors @ Timberwolves | Warriors 113 – 103 |
| Dec 8, 2024 | Warriors vs. Timberwolves | Warriors 114 – 106 |
| Dec 6, 2024 | Warriors vs. Timberwolves | Timberwolves 107 – 90 |
Series: Warriors won 3–1
Golden State has dominated the regular season series, winning the last three matchups, including both games played in Minnesota.
📈 Betting Trends
Timberwolves
- 39-43 ATS this season
- 15-17 ATS when favored by 7+ points
- 65 games went over 209.5
- 6-4 ATS in last 10 games
- Averaging 114.3 PPG, allowing 109.3 PPG
Warriors
- 41-40-1 ATS overall
- 4-2 ATS when underdogs of 7+
- 63 games went over 209.5
- 5-5 SU in last 10 games
- Averaging 113.8 PPG, allowing 110.5 PPG
🔑 Key Players to Watch
Timberwolves
- Anthony Edwards: 27.6 PPG, 5.7 RPG, 4.5 APG
- Julius Randle: 18.7 PPG, 7.1 RPG, 4.7 APG
- Rudy Gobert: 12.0 PPG, 10.9 RPG, 1.4 BPG
- Naz Reid: 14.2 PPG, 6.0 RPG
- Jaden McDaniels: 12.2 PPG, 5.7 RPG
Warriors
- Stephen Curry: 24.5 PPG, 6.0 APG
- Jimmy Butler: 17.5 PPG, 5.4 RPG, 5.4 APG
- Draymond Green: 9.0 PPG, 6.1 RPG, 5.6 APG
- Buddy Hield: 11.1 PPG
- Brandin Podziemski: 11.7 PPG, 5.1 RPG
🚑 Injury Report
| Team | Player | Status | Note |
| Warriors | Steph Curry | Questionable | Thumb injury |
| Warriors | Gary Payton II | Questionable | Illness |
| Timberwolves | Rob Dillingham | OUT | Ankle sprain |
🎯 Player Prop Bets
| Player | Points O/U | Over Odds |
| Anthony Edwards | 28.5 | -110 |
| Julius Randle | 20.5 | -115 |
| Stephen Curry | 26.5 | -125 |
| Jimmy Butler | 22.5 | -110 |
| Draymond Green | 8.5 | +100 |
| Jaden McDaniels | 13.5 | -125 |
🔗 Parlay Pick (ClutchBuzz SGP)
| Leg | Pick |
| Spread | Warriors +7 |
| Total | Over 209.5 |
| Player Prop | Anthony Edwards Over 28.5 PTS |
| Player Prop | Curry Over 26.5 PTS |
| ✅ Odds | +900 (boosted) |
🔮 Final ClutchBuzz Timberwolves vs. Warriors Prediction
The Warriors looked sharp in Game 7 and have historically thrived when counted out. But Minnesota has fresher legs, elite rim protection, and a rising star in Anthony Edwards. Expect a competitive Game 1, but Minnesota ultimately holds on at home.
📍 Timberwolves 114, Warriors 109
📈 Best Bet: Warriors +7, Over 209.5
