Where to watch Thunder vs. Timberwolves game 1 live: NBA 2025 semifinals start time and streaming info

The Paycom Center will host Game 1 between the Thunder and Timberwolves, both teams on the final leg of the 2025 NBA Western Conference. Oklahoma enters the game starving with the best record in the tournament: 68 wins in the regular season. The Wolves are no slouches either after taking out the Warriors prior to this showdown.

This much-awaited showdown takes place on Tuesday, May 20, at 8:30 p.m. (U.S. Eastern Time), and will be aired on NBA League Pass. Check the remaining times and TV stations, depending on your location in the U.S.

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What time is Thunder vs. Timberwolves in the 2025 NBA playoffs?

The series between the Thunder and Timberwolves kicks off on Tuesday, May 20, in Oklahoma City at 8:30 p.m. (ET)/ 6:30 (PT).

Where to watch Thunder vs. Timberwolves live in the 2025 NBA playoffs?

For those wondering where to watch Thunder vs. Timberwolves live, here is a list of TV channels and streaming services airing the game in the United States:

• NBA League Pass
• NBA TV
• TNT
• Bally Sports North
• NBC Sports

For Mexican audience, fans can watch all the games through:

• NBA League Pass
• ESPN
• Disney+

2025 NBA playoffs schedule: Thunder vs. Timberwolves

• Game 1: Tuesday, May 20 – 8:30 p.m. ET – Paycom Center, Oklahoma City – ESPN
• Game 2: Thursday, May 22 – 8:30 p.m. ET – Paycom Center, Oklahoma City – ESPN
• Game 3: Saturday, May 24 – 8:30 p.m. ET – Target Center, Minneapolis – ABC
• Game 4: Monday, May 26 – 8:30 p.m. ET – Target Center, Minneapolis – ESPN
• Game 5: Wednesday, May 28 – 8:30 p.m. ET – Paycom Center, Oklahoma City – ESPN *
• Game 6: Friday, May 30 – 8:30 p.m. ET – Target Center, Minneapolis – ESPN *
• Game 7: Sunday, June 1 – 8:00 p.m. ET – Paycom Center, Oklahoma City – ESPN *

(*If necessary)