You can watch the Timberwolves vs. Lakers 2025 NBA Playoffs games on the following platforms:
- National TV broadcast is available on TNT, truTV, and HBO Max in the US
- Some games are also broadcast on ESPN and ABC
- For streaming without cable, services like Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV (especially Sling Orange), DirecTV Stream, and Max offer access to TNT, ESPN, and other relevant channels
- Hulu + Live TV includes ESPN+ and Disney+ with a free trial available
- Sling TV is recommended for full playoff coverage and offers a 50% discount for the first month
- DirecTV Stream offers a 5-day free trial and includes ESPN, TNT, NBA TV, and ABC in select regions
- Max is good for TNT/TBS/truTV games but lacks ESPN and ABC channels
- For viewers in the UK, TNT Sports 1 broadcasts the games, accessible via Discovery Plus with a premium subscription
- There is also a free streaming option for certain games on Ran.de (a German streaming service), which requires a VPN to access outside Germany
Locally in Minnesota, Game 5 was shown on FanDuel Sports Network North
. In summary, the best way to watch Timberwolves vs. Lakers playoff games live is through TNT and truTV broadcasts or streaming services that carry these channels like Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, DirecTV Stream, or Max
. For free streaming, Ran.de with a VPN is an option but geographically restricted
