As the 2025 NBA season tips off, the Minnesota Timberwolves will take on the Los Angeles Lakers in a highly anticipated matchup. With Karl-Anthony Towns no longer on the roster and JJ Redick making his coaching debut, this game promises to be an exciting start to the year. Below, we break down a potential same-game parlay for the Timberwolves vs. Lakers game, which will air on TNT at 10 p.m. ET.
Same-Game Parlay Breakdown
Naz Reid: 2+ Made Threes (-110)
Naz Reid enters this season as a key reserve for the Timberwolves, and with the offseason trade that sent Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks in exchange for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo, Reid’s role becomes even more critical. While Randle fills the power forward slot, Reid’s ability to stretch the floor remains intact.
Last season, Reid hit 41.4% of his three-point attempts, averaging five shots per game from deep. Against the Lakers, his shooting touch was particularly sharp, highlighted by a series of standout performances:
- 31 points and six made threes in one game
- 25 points and five made threes in another
- 21 points with two made threes
- 9 points with three made threes
The Lakers’ defense, known for giving up wide-open looks from beyond the arc, hasn’t significantly improved on that front, with much of their roster remaining unchanged. As a result, Reid should have ample opportunities to knock down multiple threes, continuing his success against Los Angeles.
Anthony Davis: 2+ Blocks (-150)
Anthony Davis is a defensive powerhouse, consistently performing at a Defensive Player of the Year level. Last season, he managed 2+ blocks in 48 of 76 regular-season games, thanks to his elite shot-blocking ability and knack for contesting shots.
Minnesota’s starting lineup, featuring Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert, offers suboptimal spacing. This allows Davis to play freely as a help defender, roaming the paint and swatting away shots like a safety in football. In four matchups against Minnesota last year, Davis recorded the following block totals:
- 0 blocks
- 2 blocks (twice)
- 3 blocks
Given the Wolves’ current offensive structure, Davis should have ample opportunity to add to his block tally in this game.
Minnesota Timberwolves Moneyline (-116)
Despite being on the road and facing the Lakers in their home opener, the Timberwolves are positioned to win this game. Minnesota’s defense, led by Rudy Gobert, one of the premier rim protectors in the league, is well-suited to counter Los Angeles’ inside-out attack. LeBron James and Anthony Davis will be challenged by Gobert’s presence in the paint, while Minnesota’s athletic wings, Jaden McDaniels and Anthony Edwards, will pressure the Lakers’ backcourt.
On the offensive end, Edwards is poised for a breakout season and could thrive against a Lakers team missing key defensive contributors like Jarred Vanderbilt and Christian Wood. Minnesota’s depth, featuring DiVincenzo, Reid, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and rookie guard Rob Dillingham, gives them the upper hand, particularly against a Lakers bench that’s dealing with injuries.
In addition, the Lakers’ reliance on their stars and a relatively unproven supporting cast opens the door for Minnesota to take advantage, especially as JJ Redick looks to outcoach the more experienced Darvin Ham. With Redick’s fresh coaching approach and a revamped roster, the Timberwolves are well-equipped to secure the win.
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