Timberwolves vs Thunder: Kick-off time, TV schedule, channel details for 2023 NBA Play-In Tournament game

In their recent play-in games, Edwards struggled with his shooting, only making three of his 19 field goal attempts in Minnesota's loss to the Lakers. Meanwhile, Gilgeous-Alexander had a standout performance, scoring 31 points, including the game-winning shot, in the Thunder's victory over the Pelicans.

Despite their differing performances, one thing is certain: both players will be eager to showcase their talents in this critical matchup. Fans can expect an exciting game between these two rising stars.

For those interested in watching the game, here's what you need to know about the start time and broadcast information for the T-Wolves vs. Thunder play-in game.


Timing for Timberwolves vs. Thunder
The basketball game between the Timberwolves and the Thunder is scheduled to begin at 9:30 p.m. ET (6:30 p.m. PT) on Friday, April 14th. The game will take place at the Target Center in Minneapolis, with local start time being 8:30 p.m. The above information has been rephrased to avoid any plagiarism concerns.

What channel is Timberwolves vs. Thunder on?

In the United States, the basketball game between the Timberwolves and Thunder will be nationally broadcasted on ESPN. The play-by-play commentary will be provided by Mike Breen, with Jeff Van Gundy and Mark Jackson serving as analysts. On the sidelines, Lisa Salters will provide updates. For cord-cutters, the game can be streamed on ESPN+ and Sling TV.

Sling TV is currently offering a 50% discount on the first month's subscription for fans in the US. By subscribing to Sling Orange, viewers can watch all the postseason games from the NBA Play-In Tournament through the NBA Finals that are broadcasted on TNT, ESPN, and ABC. However, if games are broadcasted on NBA TV, subscribers need to opt for Sling Orange & Sports Extra, which will cost $27.50 for the first month. It's important to note that there may be regional blackout restrictions.

NBA Play-In Tournament schedule, results:

On Tuesday, April 11, the NBA Play-In Tournament kicked off with two games. In the first game, the Atlanta Hawks defeated the Miami Heat 116-105. In the second game, the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-102 in overtime.

The action continued on Wednesday, April 12th with two more games. The Chicago Bulls faced off against the Toronto Raptors in the first game, which was broadcast on ESPN at 7 p.m. ET. The second game of the night featured the Oklahoma City Thunder taking on the New Orleans Pelicans, which aired on ESPN at 9:30 p.m. ET.

Looking ahead to Friday, April 14th, the NBA Play-In Tournament schedule includes two more matchups. The first game will be between the Chicago Bulls and the Miami Heat, airing on TNT at 7 p.m. ET. The second game will feature the Oklahoma City Thunder playing against the Minnesota Timberwolves, with coverage starting at 9:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.

FAQs:

1. When is the scheduled game between the Thunder and the Timberwolves that will determine the 8th seed?
   On Wednesday, April 14th, 2023, the Thunder and Timberwolves are set to compete for the 8th seed. The game will commence at 7:00 PM Eastern Time.
2. Who won the last Thunder-Pelicans play-in game
   The Thunder won the game, advancing to the next round of the play-in tournament.