NBA · Final

Lakers Dominate Timberwolves in Home Opener

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Friday, October 24, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · crypto.com Arena

Los Angeles Lakers 128, Minnesota Timberwolves 110, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Minnesota Timberwolves vs Los Angeles Lakers?

Los Angeles Lakers beat Minnesota Timberwolves 128-110 at crypto.com Arena on October 24, 2025.

The Los Angeles Lakers secured a decisive victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves with a final score of 128-110 at the crypto.com Arena. This game marked the Lakers' first win of the season, improving their record to 1-1, while the Timberwolves also fell to 1-1.

The Lakers came into this matchup with a mixed recent form, having won six of their last ten games, but they were on a two-game losing streak. Their scoring average over this stretch was 116.6 points per game, while they allowed an average of 112.5 points. In their last five games, the Lakers recorded a 2-3 record, averaging 112.4 points scored and 114.0 points allowed. Their home record stood at 3-2 prior to this game.

On the other hand, the Timberwolves had been in excellent form, boasting a record of 9-1 in their last ten games and riding a four-game winning streak. They averaged 120.1 points scored and allowed 109.6 points during this stretch. Their away record was strong as well, sitting at 5-1 before facing the Lakers.

In terms of previous meetings, the Lakers led the series 1-0, having won their last encounter on February 28, 2025, with a score of 111-102. The Timberwolves had struggled in their past matchups against the Lakers, with a record of 2-2 in their last four meetings this season, including two losses in December.

Injury concerns for the Timberwolves included Donte DiVincenzo, who was ruled out due to an Achilles injury, which may have impacted their performance.

The market had priced the Lakers as favorites with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating strong confidence in their ability to secure the victory in front of their home crowd.

The game conditions were favorable for basketball, contributing to an engaging atmosphere at the arena. Fans witnessed a competitive matchup, but the Lakers ultimately showcased their offensive prowess, leading to a comfortable win.

Key moments in the game included Anthony Edwards making free throws in the fourth quarter, but it was not enough to close the gap. The Lakers maintained control throughout, with contributions from various players, including Luka Doncic and Joan Beringer, who made significant plays to extend the lead.

As the game progressed, the Timberwolves attempted to rally, but the Lakers' defense and scoring depth proved too much to overcome. The Lakers' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities and maintain defensive pressure was evident throughout the match, leading to their successful home opener.

Injury report

Donte DiVincenzoOutAchillesMinnesota Timberwolves

Leaders

PointsLuka Doncic49Los Angeles Lakers
AssistsAustin Reaves11Los Angeles Lakers
ReboundsLuka Doncic11Los Angeles Lakers
PointsAnthony Edwards31Minnesota Timberwolves
AssistsJulius Randle6Minnesota Timberwolves
ReboundsJulius Randle9Minnesota Timberwolves

Recent form

Los Angeles Lakers

Last 10: 6-4Streak L2116.6 scored · 112.5 allowed per game3-2 at home

L109-119vs Golden State WarriorsOct 22
L81-109at Portland Trail BlazersApr 13
W140-109vs Houston RocketsApr 12
W112-97at Dallas MavericksApr 9
L120-136at Oklahoma City ThunderApr 9
W126-99at Oklahoma City ThunderApr 6
W124-108vs New Orleans PelicansApr 5
L116-123vs Golden State WarriorsApr 4
W104-98vs Houston RocketsApr 1
W134-127at Memphis GrizzliesMar 30

Minnesota Timberwolves

Last 10: 9-1Streak W4120.1 scored · 109.6 allowed per game5-1 away

W118-114at Portland Trail BlazersOct 23
W116-105vs Utah JazzApr 13
W117-91vs Brooklyn NetsApr 12
W141-125at Memphis GrizzliesApr 11
L103-110at Milwaukee BucksApr 9
W114-109at Philadelphia 76ersApr 5
W105-90at Brooklyn NetsApr 3
W140-139at Denver NuggetsApr 2
W123-104vs Detroit PistonsMar 30
W124-109vs Phoenix SunsMar 29

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Oklahoma City	-	18	L2	.780	64
Denver	10	28	W12	.659	54
Minnesota	15	33	W2	.598	49
Portland	22	40	W2	.512	42
Utah	42	60	L1	.268	22
LA Lakers	-	29	W3	.646	53
Phoenix	8	37	W1	.549	45
LA Clippers	11	40	W1	.512	42
Golden State	16	45	L3	.451	37
Sacramento	31	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Minnesota Timberwolves	Los Angeles Lakers
Field goals	41-88	45-76
Field goal %	47	59
Three-pointers	13-38	12-29
Three-point %	34	41
Free throws	15-21	26-32
Free throw %	71	81
Rebounds	40	38
Offensive rebounds	15	7
Defensive rebounds	25	31
Assists	24	26
Steals	4	6
Blocks	3	3
Turnovers	12	10
Team turnovers	0	2
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	15	8
Fast-break points	6	11
Points in the paint	46	54
Fouls	27	20
Largest lead	11	25

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter84-91Luka Doncic makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter84-92Luka Doncic makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter86-92Anthony Edwards makes 1-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter86-95Austin Reaves makes 27-foot three point jumper (Luka Doncic assists)
3rd Quarter86-97Austin Reaves makes driving layup
3rd Quarter86-98Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter86-99Austin Reaves makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter88-99Anthony Edwards makes 2-foot layup (Jaylen Clark assists)
3rd Quarter89-99Anthony Edwards makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter90-99Anthony Edwards makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter90-100Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter90-101Austin Reaves makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter90-103Rui Hachimura makes 6-foot two point shot (Austin Reaves assists)
3rd Quarter90-104Rui Hachimura makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter91-104Julius Randle makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter92-104Julius Randle makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter92-106Rui Hachimura makes 1-foot dunk (Austin Reaves assists)
3rd Quarter94-106Rudy Gobert makes tip shot
3rd Quarter94-107Jarred Vanderbilt makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter94-108Jarred Vanderbilt makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter94-110Luka Doncic makes 11-foot two point shot
4th Quarter94-112Rui Hachimura makes 14-foot jumper (Luka Doncic assists)
4th Quarter96-112Bones Hyland makes driving layup
4th Quarter98-112Naz Reid makes two point shot (Bones Hyland assists)
4th Quarter98-114Luka Doncic makes 10-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter98-117Luka Doncic makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter98-119Deandre Ayton makes 1-foot dunk (Luka Doncic assists)
4th Quarter101-119Anthony Edwards makes 26-foot three pointer (Julius Randle assists)
4th Quarter101-121Deandre Ayton makes 1-foot dunk (Gabe Vincent assists)
4th Quarter101-123Austin Reaves makes 12-foot two point shot
4th Quarter101-125Luka Doncic makes 1-foot dunk (Austin Reaves assists)
4th Quarter101-126Luka Doncic makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter102-126Anthony Edwards makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter103-126Anthony Edwards makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter103-127Luka Doncic makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter105-127Joan Beringer makes alley oop dunk shot (Joe Ingles assists)
4th Quarter107-127Bones Hyland makes driving layup
4th Quarter109-127Leonard Miller makes two point shot (Bones Hyland assists)
4th Quarter110-127Johnny Juzang makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter110-128Jake LaRavia makes free throw 1 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Los Angeles Lakers, below favours Minnesota Timberwolves.