Minnesota Timberwolves vs Los Angeles Lakers Picks and Predictions for Friday, October 24, 2025

By: Cameron Ross Published 10/24/2025, 12:00 AM ET
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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Los Angeles Lakers Information

The Minnesota Timberwolves will be on the road Friday night for game two of their season with a game inside Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA, against the Los Angeles Lakers at 10:00 PM. Minnesota is undefeated this season following a four-point victory against the Portland Trail Blazers in their last outing. The Los Angeles Lakers will again be at home Friday, winless on the year, after a 10-point loss to the Golden State Warriors in their last game. Stay in the action with our NBA Picks.

Minnesota Timberwolves Preview

Offensively, Minnesota was fantastic in game one of the season, scoring 118 points on 48.8% shooting from the floor. Defensively, Minnesota had its issues, allowing 114 points. Anthony Edwards carried the Minnesota offense in game one of the season, scoring 41 points in 39 minutes of action. Julius Randle scored 19 points and led the team with 7 rebounds and six assists. Jaden McDaniels was third on the roster with 18 points scored in the game.

Los Angeles Lakers Preview

The Los Angeles offense scored the ball well in game one of the year, pouring in 109 points on 54.5% shooting from the floor. Defensively, Los Angeles was outmatched, giving up 119 points in the loss to Golden State. Luka Doncic did everything for Los Angeles in game one, leading the team with 43 points, 12 rebounds, and 9 assists. Austin Reaves was second on the team, scoring 26 points. DeAndre Ayton was the third player on the roster in double digits with 10 points and 34 minutes.

Minnesota vs Los Angeles Prediction

The Minnesota Timberwolves are the better team in this matchup, and it will show Friday night. Minnesota comes into this game riding high after its opening-night win. Take the Minnesota Timberwolves to do the work on Friday on the road to get the win and cover against Los Angeles. Final Score Prediction, Minnesota Timberwolves win and over 114-103.

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