The Minnesota Timberwolves held serve at home in Game 3, and now they have a chance to push the Los Angeles Lakers to the brink in this intense first-round series. Meanwhile, the Lakers, led by a mixture of championship pedigree and young energy, face a near must-win situation to avoid falling behind 3-1 before returning to L.A. What’s the best bet in tonight’s Lakers vs. Timberwolves matchup?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
Los Angeles Lakers at Minnesota Timberwolves
3:30 p.m. ET, Sunday, April 27, 2025
Target Center, Minneapolis, MN
TV: ABC
Betting Odds
According to oddsmakers from online sportsbook Bovada.lv, the Timberwolves are 3-point home favorites versus the Lakers. The total, meanwhile, sits at 209 points.
Lakers vs. Timberwolves Game 4 Public Betting: Bettors Backing Underdog
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 62% of public bettors are currently backing the Lakers when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
What We’ve Seen So Far
Lakers:
Los Angeles stole Game 1 on the road behind a masterclass from Anthony Davis and strong support from D’Angelo Russell and Austin Reaves. However, they stumbled in Games 2 and 3, struggling to consistently break down Minnesota’s size and defense. LeBron James continues to play at an elite level for his age, but the Lakers’ supporting cast needs to step up — especially from beyond the arc, where they’ve been wildly inconsistent.
Timberwolves:
Minnesota bounced back in a big way after dropping the opener. Anthony Edwards has been electric, putting up monster scoring nights while defending at a high level. Karl-Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert have dominated the glass, making life miserable for Davis around the rim. The Wolves’ defense — ranked top-3 in the NBA this season — is showing why they’re a legitimate threat.
Key Players to Watch
Los Angeles:
Anthony Davis has to impose his will offensively and avoid early foul trouble — when he’s dominant, the Lakers have a real shot.
LeBron James has been steady, but they need a vintage playoff takeover at some point soon.
D’Angelo Russell and Austin Reaves — both have to knock down open shots to spread the floor and loosen up Minnesota’s defense.
Minnesota:
Anthony Edwards looks like a superstar in the making. His scoring punch and energy are carrying the Wolves.
Karl-Anthony Towns must continue to stretch the floor and make Davis work defensively.
Jaden McDaniels quietly had a huge Game 3, locking up L.A.’s perimeter players and providing key buckets.
Key Storylines
Can the Lakers’ role players respond? Outside of LeBron and AD, L.A. has gotten very little consistency. They’ll need much more to stay alive in this series.
Minnesota’s defense: The Wolves have been sensational defensively. If they can continue to contest shots without fouling, it’s hard to see the Lakers pulling off a road win.
Pace of play: The Lakers want to get out and run when possible — Minnesota would rather slow it down and let their size advantage control the tempo.
Lakers vs. Timberwolves Game 4 NBA Prediction:
The Lakers know what’s at stake — fall behind 3-1, and the climb becomes almost impossible against a young, hungry Wolves team. Expect a desperate, energized L.A. effort, especially early. That said, Minnesota has looked like the deeper, more disciplined team through three games. If Anthony Edwards keeps playing like the best player in the series, the Wolves can close this one out late.
Lakers vs. Timberwolves Game 4 Betting Prediction: UNDER 209