What channel is Timberwolves vs. Mavericks on today? Time, schedule, live stream for Game 1 of 2024 NBA Playoffs series

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The Timberwolves, fresh off a comeback win in Game 7 against the Nuggets, will meet the Mavericks in the 2024 Western Conference Finals.

Minnesota has been leaning heavily on Anthony Edwards, but Karl-Anthony Towns and Jaden McDaniels carried the offensive load in the series finale against Denver. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving have led the charge for Dallas in the playoffs, averaging a combined 48.4 points through 12 postseason games.

These unlikely success stories will now face off with a trip to the NBA Finals on the line. With a rollercoaster of a second round behind the Timberwolves and Mavericks, which team will rise to the occasion in Game 1 and make the first statement in this best-of-seven tilt?

Here is everything you need to know about Timberwolves vs. Mavericks, including TV and streaming options for Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals.

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What channel is Timberwolves vs. Mavericks on today?

  • TV channel: TNT
  • Live stream: Sling

Timberwolves vs. Mavericks will air on TNT in the United States and TSN 1/3/4/5 in Canada. U.S. viewers can also stream the game on Sling.

Sling is the home for sports fans, as it offers a wide a range of channels. You can always cheer for your favorite teams with channels like ESPN, TBS, TNT, NFL Network, FS1 and more.

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In the United Kingdom, select playoff games are available to watch on TNT Sports and stream on Discovery+. In India, fans can catch select playoff games on Sports 18 and JioCinema (check local listings). Games can also be streamed via NBA League Pass.

If Timberwolves vs. Mavericks is not available to watch live in your location or if you're traveling abroad, you can use a Virtual Private Network (VPN). VPNs provide a secure and private online connection, allowing you to bypass geographical restrictions to access your favorite streaming services.

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Timberwolves vs. Mavericks start time

  • Date: WednesdayMay 22
  • Time: 8:30 p.m. ET | 7:30 p.m. CT

Timberwolves vs. Mavericks will tip off around 8:30 p.m. ET on WednesdayMay 22. The game will be played at the Target Center in Minneapolis.

Timberwolves vs. Mavericks radio station

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Timberwolves vs. Mavericks tickets

Tickets for Game 1 of Timberwolves vs. Mavericks are now available on StubHub. You can check out the seating chart for the game by clicking on the link below.

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Timberwolves vs. Mavericks odds via BetMGM

Minnesota is a 4.5-point favorite heading into Game 1. For the full market, check out BetMGM, an authorized gaming operator of the NBA.

Game Lines Mavericks Timberwolves
Spread +4.5 -4.5
Moneyline +150 -185
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Timberwolves vs. Mavericks schedule

Here is the complete schedule for the NBA Playoff series between the Timberwolves and Mavericks:

(3) Timberwolves vs. (5) Mavericks

Date Game Time (ET) TV/Live stream
May 22 Game 1 8:30 p.m. TNT, Sling
May 24 Game 2 8:30 p.m. TNT, Sling
May 26 Game 3 8 p.m. TNT, Sling
May 28 Game 4 8:30 p.m. TNT, Sling
May 30 Game 5* 8:30 p.m. TNT, Sling
June 1 Game 6* 8:30 p.m. TNT, Sling
June 3 Game 7* 8:30 p.m. TNT, Sling

*If necessary

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Zain Bando is a freelance writer for The Sporting News. He is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and Northwestern's Medill School of Journalism.