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The 2025 NBA Western Conference Finals tip off tonight as the Minnesota Timberwolves face the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1. Both teams are vying for their first NBA championship, setting the stage for an exciting series.
What time is the game?
Game 1 is scheduled for Tuesday, May 20, at 7:30 PM CT (8:30 PM ET). The game will be held at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City.
Where to watch?
Fans can watch the game live on ESPN. For those preferring to stream, the game is available on ESPN+ and FuboTV.
What to expect
The Timberwolves, the sixth seed in the Western Conference, have had an impressive playoff run, defeating the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors in five games each. Led by rising star Anthony Edwards, the team is making its second consecutive appearance in the Western Conference Finals.
The Thunder, the top seed, swept the Memphis Grizzlies in the first round and overcame the Denver Nuggets in a seven-game series. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, an MVP frontrunner, leads a young and dynamic Oklahoma City squad. This series marks a significant moment for both franchises, as neither has won an NBA title since the league's merger in 1976.
Series schedule
- Game 1: Tuesday, May 20 - 7:30 PM CT at Oklahoma City
- Game 2: Thursday, May 22 - 7:30 PM CT at Oklahoma City
- Game 3: Saturday, May 24 - 7:30 PM CT at Minnesota
- Game 4: Monday, May 26 - 7:30 PM CT at Minnesota
- Game 5: Wednesday, May 28 - 7:30 PM CT at Oklahoma City (if necessary)
- Game 6: Friday, May 30 - 7:30 PM CT at Minnesota (if necessary)
- Game 7: Sunday, June 1 - 7:00 PM CT at Oklahoma City (if necessary)
With both teams hungry for their first championship, this series promises to deliver high-intensity basketball. Don't miss the action as the Timberwolves and Thunder battle for a spot in the NBA Finals.