Catching Game 2 Live: Thunder vs. Timberwolves Streaming Guide
Thursday night is shaping up to be electric as the Oklahoma City Thunder and Minnesota Timberwolves meet again in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals. Tipoff is set for May 22 at 8:30 p.m. ET, with ESPN handling the broadcast. But ditching your cable subscription doesn’t mean you miss a second. Plenty of live streaming options will keep you in the front row, right from your couch.
Let’s break down the best ways to watch, what the series looks like, and why this clash is pulling in serious attention.
Where to Stream Thunder vs. Timberwolves Without Cable
For anyone looking to stream the game, you’ve got a few solid routes. Thunder vs Timberwolves is airing live on ESPN, and here’s how you can tune in:
- fubo: This service packs ESPN and ABC in its lineup and has a free trial for new users. If you’re not after a long-term contract, fubo lets you sign up just to catch the NBA Playoffs live, no hassles, no cable box.
- Hulu with Live TV: Another cable-free package that carries ESPN. Hulu’s bundle also gets you on-demand movies and TV once the final buzzer sounds.
- Sling TV: Offers ESPN in its lower-priced Orange package. Sling is handy if you don’t need loads of extra channels and just want to follow the playoffs.
- ESPN+: While ESPN+ doesn’t stream every game, it delivers exclusive access to select NBA matchups and extensive playoff coverage for subscribers.
International fans should check for YouTube’s live offerings, though be ready for possible geo-blocks. Most U.S. streaming services require you to be inside the U.S. or use a VPN with a U.S. IP.
And if you’re only after quick highlights or in-game updates, YouTube will be loaded with clips and real-time results right after each quarter.
Series Breakdown and Key Storylines
After a crushing 114-88 win, Oklahoma City snatched momentum and the early series lead. The Thunder’s confidence is on full display, and sportsbooks give them heavy -650 odds to close out the series by the end of May. The Timberwolves, given at +475, face a serious uphill climb and would need a strong showing in Game 2 to flip the narrative. The Thunder are currently favored by 7.5 points for Game 2, and the betting over/under is set at 216 points—so expect the pace to stay frantic.
If you want to map out the rest of the Western Conference Finals, here’s what’s up:
- Game 1 (May 20): Thunder 114, Timberwolves 88
- Game 2 (May 22, 8:30 ET): Timberwolves at Thunder (ESPN/fubo)
- Game 3 (May 24, 8:30 ET): Thunder at Timberwolves (ABC/fubo)
- Game 4 (May 26, 8:30 ET): Thunder at Timberwolves (ESPN/fubo)
- Game 5 (May 28, 8:30 ET): Timberwolves at Thunder (if needed)
- Game 6 (May 30, 8:30 ET): Thunder at Timberwolves (if needed)
- Game 7 (June 1, 8:00 ET): Timberwolves at Thunder (if needed)
The entire series runs on ESPN and ABC, with fubo streaming every contest live. Every game starts at 8:30 p.m. ET, except for a possible Game 7 that tips at 8:00 p.m. ET. You never know when a playoff series could flip—one dominant run or a buzzer-beater might change everything.
With the Thunder out front and the Timberwolves desperate to answer back, Game 2 could set the tone for the rest of the series. And cord-cutters? You’re just a stream away from all the action.