Basketball / NBA
23/04/2025 – 04:00
Los Angeles Lakers
VS
Minnesota Timberwolves
Updated dimensions on April 22, 2025 at 10 h 06 min
This Tuesday, April 22THE Los Angeles Lakers will welcome Minnesota Timberwolves for the match 2 of the first round of the NBA playoffs.
The Timberwolves surprised everyone by inflicting a heavy defeat in the Lakers in match 1 (117-95), with a victory for 22 points. Will the Lakers, however talented but irregular, manage to get up from this fiasco?
Here is the preview of the match, the predictions on the total of points and the players.
Where to watch Lakers vs Timberwolves
- Hour : 04h00
- Lieu : Crypto.com Arena (Los Angeles, Californie)
- Diffusion : NBA League Pass, beIN SPORTS 1
Preview du match : Los Angeles Lakers vs Minnesota Timberwolves
Lakers received a real lesson
Match 1 highlighted the usual weaknesses of the Lakers: a disorganized defense, a lack of intensity and an inability to return to the match. Sometimes this team looks like a contender for the title; Other times, she seems just able to hang a spot in play-in. Unfortunately for them, this is the second version that appeared in match 1.
They gave an exceptional performance of 37 points signed Luka Doncicwhich has scored five three -point shots, including a buzzer beater from the midfielder. After leaving seven points in the first quarter, the Lakers seemed to be off to a good start. But the Timberwolves bench proved that it was much deeper than that of the Lakers.
Le Ban de la n’a Inscription 8 pointsagainst 43 For that of Minnesota (including 23 The Naz Reid). This allowed the wolves to take an advantage of 38-20 in the 2nd quarterthat they have never let go again. The man of the match? Jaden McDaniels.
The Timberwolves winger scored 25 points to an incredible 11 out of 13 shooting. The duo Hachimura -celebron could not face McDaniels and Reidauthor of 6 award -winning shots. Defensive specialists Dorian Finney-Smith et Jarred Vanderbilt had no impact.
Timberwolves can be delighted to have dominated despite a Anthony Edwards in halftone, limited to 22 points has 8 out of 22 in shooting. On the Lakers side, the outdoor defense is a real project: they have collected 21 three -point baskets During this match.
Five probable adults
Lakers :
- Leader: Luka Doncic
- Rear: Austin Reaves
- Winger: LeBron James
- Strong winger: Rui Hachimura
- Pivot : Jaxson Hayes
- Main replacements: Gabe Vincent, Dorian Finney-Smith, Jarred Vanderbilt
- Wounds: RAS
Timberwolves :
- Leader: Mike Conley
- Rear: Anthony Edwards
- Winger: Jaden McDaniels
- Strong winger: Julius Randle
- Pivot : Rudy Gobert
- Main replacements: Donte Divincenzo, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Naz Reid
- Wounds: RAS
Prognosis on total points (over/under)
The first match totaled 212 pointsslightly below expectations. This reflects the defensive efficiency of the Timberwolves, which limited the Lakers to 95 points or less during 3 of the 5 confrontations This season (including 4 in the regular season).
Even if the defense of the Lakers still has to look for itself, it has the potential to keep the wolves below 105 points. However, I think the two teams will exceed the 106 points This time.
- Total: Over 214.5 to 2.05
- Timberwolves: Over 104.5 points at 2.00
Prognosis on players – Paris and dimensions
- Anthony Edwards scores more than 25.5 points : Despite a difficult match, he should bounce back and exceed the 25 -point mark.
- Luka Doncic below 30.5 points : Although it has an average of 33.2 ppg against Minnesota, it will be limited to 25-29 points.
- Austin Reaves exceeds 4.5 assists : Bad match for himself during Game 1, but he should regain his usual average.
Main bet: Anthony Edwards +25.5 points at 1.65
Pronostic du match : Lakers vs Timberwolves
Match 1 has once again questioned the ambitions of the Lakers. Faced with deep teams, they struggle to exist in playoffs. They will absolutely have to react during this match 2, otherwise the advantage of the field will be useless.
The Timberwolves have demonstrated their superiority in the racket. That said, the Lakers have already shown their ability to bounce back. They are able to win at home during this match, even if confidence in them is well underway.
We expect a much tighter match than the previous one. As for match 1, Minnesota should cover a handicap of +5.5.
Pick Security: Timberwolves +5.5 to 1.65
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