Los Angeles Lakers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Prediction, Injury Report, Predicted Lineups, Where to Watch, Odds | Game 6 NBA Playoffs 2025

The Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves are all set to face off for Game 6 of their opening-round playoff series this Friday. The purple and golden jerseys were already trailing behind by 3-1 against the Wolves till now in four out of seven games. In this Los Angeles Lakers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Game 6 matchup, the Wolves will be on the lookout to clinch the game once and for all without moving deep for further progression to the Eastern Conference semi-finals. Read this article further to better preview the game ahead, the best odds to bet on, and the prediction of this upcoming matchup.

Los Angeles Lakers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Preview

The Minnesota Timberwolves have now taken a 4-1 lead in the series against the Los Angeles Lakers after the latter lost their hopes for redemption in Game 5. After the Game 5 win, the Wolves have now got their ticket to the Eastern Conference semifinals. In this 107-98 road victory, Jayson Tatum led the way with a game-high 37 points and 14 rebounds for this win.

Anthony Edwards has been leading the charge for the Wolves so far, as he has averaged 29.8 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 5.8 assists. Moreover, he has displayed his shooting prowess in the first round with a 43.2% three-point line shooting percentage. Julius Randle and Jaden McDaniels have emerged as the other top performers so that the scoring average does not weigh down on Anthony Edwards alone. McDaniels has tallied 19.8 points and 7.3 rebounds, along with Randle's 22.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 4.5 assists average in the postseason so far.

The Ant-Man-led side is now looking forward to another matchup in the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals, so they can move past the Conference Finals as well, learning from their last season mistakes.

Los Angeles Lakers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Injury Report

Ahead of the Game 6 matchup, there are some crucial players who might miss playing on the floor in the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves' matchup. Here are both teams' injury reports, which cover which players are ruled out for the upcoming Game 6 at Target Center, Minneapolis.

Los Angeles Lakers Injury Report

The following players are listed on the Los Angeles Lakers' injury report as of April 29, 2025:

Maxi Kleber (Foot): Kleber was ruled out due to a foot injury for Gam 4, but since then, there has not been any update on the injury from the LA management so far after April 27.

Minnesota Timberwolves Injury Report

The following players are listed on the Minnesota Timberwolves injury report, as of April 29, 2025:

Rob Dillingham (knee): There is no further progress yet, but Rob Dillingham was ruled out of Game 4 due to an ankle injury and has not been green-flagged to make an appearance for the squad in the postseason yet.

Predicted Lineups

Considering injuries and depth of the rosters, the lineups might be rarely affected for the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves' upcoming matchup. It is expected for the Timberwolves to continue with their starting five, while the Lakers might shuffle up their starting five in order to devise a new strategy for giving the Wolves a straight ticket to the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals. Here is an expected lineup prediction for both the Lakers and the Wolves.

Los Angeles Lakers Predicted Lineup

The predicted Los Angeles Lakers lineup as per their current roster strength and depth chart could be as follows:

Minnesota Timberwolves Predicted Lineup

The predicted Minnesota Timberwolves lineup as per their current roster strength and depth chart could be as follows:

Los Angeles Lakers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Prediction

As per BetMGM Sportsbook. Once again, the Minnesota Timberwolves are heavy favorites in Game 6 of the Los Angeles Lakers vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves. As for the Los Angeles Lakers vs Minnesota Timberwolves prediction, here are some of the odds that seem probable.

The Wolves are expected to win by 12 points, with an over/under set at 210.5. Anthony Edwards has been single-handedly wreaking carnage on the Lakers' squad as he tallied 43 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists in Game 4 of the first round playoffs this postseason. Furthermore, the Wolves have been successfully defending LeBron James and Luka Doncic on the court, drawing fouls and restricting their movements.

The Los Angeles Lakers, on the other hand, have struggled with assists and consistency. Coach JJ Redick's questionable inability to switch up the fatigued players on the court cost them the fourth game. If he does not shuffle up his players nicely after each quarter or after assessing the situations, the Lakers might be looking for an elimination here.

Our Prediction: Minnesota Timberwolves 132 - 120 Los Angeles Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Odds

The following odds are via BetMGM:

• Spread: Lakers -5.5
• Total: 209.5
• Moneyline: Lakers -662, Wolves +481
• Pick ATS: Lakers (-12)
• Pick OU: Over (200)

Where to Watch the Los Angeles Lakers vs the Minnesota Timberwolves

The Game 6 featuring the Los Angeles Lakers vs the Minnesota Timberwolves will be tipping off at Target Center in Minneapolis at 1:00 PM ET on May 2. The game will be broadcasted live on NBA TV, NBCS-BOS, and FDSFL and the game can be live streamed on Fubo or NBA League Pass as well.