Where to watch Minnesota Timberwolves vs Los Angeles Lakers? TV details, streaming options and more (Oct. 22) | NBA Season Opener

After weeks of anticipation, the 2024-25 NBA season is finally set to tip-off, with the hosts Los Angeles Lakers welcoming the Minnesota Timberwolves to the Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday.

The two teams have lofty ambitions in a stacked Western Conference this season, with both being tipped as strong contenders for the NBA title. Expect an entertaining game on the opening night.

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When and where is Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Los Angeles Lakers?

The Lakers vs. Timberwolves will take place on Tuesday, with the game scheduled to tip-off at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT. Lakers’ Crypto.com Arena is the venue for this game, and it can host 20,000 fans.

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Where to watch Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Los Angeles Lakers?

The Lakers’ huge opening-night clash against the Timberwolves will be televised nationally on TNT in the USA and TSN in Canada, with the coverage starting one hour before the tip-off.

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Los Angeles Lakers streaming details

The game can also be streamed online on FuboTV or the MAX app or website.

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Los Angeles Lakers preview

The game will be the Lakers' first competitive outing under first-year coach JJ Redick, who replaced Darvin Ham in June. The Lakers struggled for consistency in the league last season, something that was not helped by several key role players suffering injuries.

With players back fit and available, as well as the re-signing of Max Christie, along with two new rookies, Dalton Knecht and Bronny James, and undrafted guard Quincy Olivari, Redick will be confident that his team can improve in all areas compared to last season.

In contrast, the Timberwolves are beginning their fourth season under coach Chris Finch, who signed a contract extension through 2028 after leading the team to the NBA Western Conference finals.

The front office has invested wisely in the likes of Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo from the New York Knicks and strengthened their squad depth across the board with P.J. Dozier (free agent), Joe Ingles (free agent) and re-signing Luka Garza.

With greater squad depth and a rejuvenated team, they are well-positioned to go further than the conference finals and potentially achieve the elusive NBA championship.

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Los Angeles Lakers: Players to watch out for

How do you look past Anthony Edwards when it comes to the Timberwolves? The 23-year-old was their standout performer last season, averaging an impressive 25.9 points and 5.1 assists per game. So expect him to be the leading big man for the Wolves once again this term.

As for the Lakers, it would be easy to point at LeBron James or Anthony Davis to be the star man. Meanwhile, rookies Quincy Olivari and Dalton Knecht looked sharp in the preseason, and both might make their official debut.