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KingsOklahoma City Thunder @ Minnesota Timberwolves: Dec 25, 2026
Thunder vs Timberwolves tips off at 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT) on Friday, December 25, 2026 at Target Center, Minneapolis. Watch it on ABC and ESPN.
How to Watch Thunder vs Timberwolves: Time, TV & Stream
- Date & time
- Friday, December 25, 20268:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT
- Watch on
- ABC and ESPN Free over the air
- Stream
- ESPN AppAlso on NBA League Pass
- Arena
- Target CenterMinneapolis
Outside the US: NBA League Pass International, no blackouts. Canada: TSN / Sportsnet.
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Injury Report
| Player | Team | Pos | Status | Injury | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikola Topic |  Thunder | G | Day-To-Day | Back | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Otega Oweh | Thunder | G | Out For Season | Achilles | Oct 14, 2026 |
| Thomas Sorber | Thunder | C | Day-To-Day | Knee | Oct 19, 2026 |
Status as of 6:00 PM ET, Oct 25. Teams can change a player's status up to tip-off; check team announcements before the game.
Key Players
Thunder
Shai Gilgeous-AlexanderG-F · 2 GP24.5PTS4.0REB3.5AST
Jalen WilliamsG-F · 2 GP16.5PTS6.0REB2.5AST
Chet HolmgrenF-C · 2 GP13.0PTS12.0REB2.0AST
Timberwolves
Anthony EdwardsG · 2 GP30.0PTS7.0REB3.5AST
LaMelo BallG · 2 GP16.5PTS3.5REB5.5AST
Jaden McDanielsF · 2 GP16.0PTS7.0REB2.5AST
Season averages, top three scorers per team.
Thunder vs Timberwolves Preview
The Thunder are 2-0 this season, while the Timberwolves are 2-0 this season.
They split last season's series 2-2. The Thunder rank 3rd in free throw %, the biggest gap between these teams. Players to watch: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (24.5 points per game) and Anthony Edwards (30.0 points per game).
Thunder vs Timberwolves Head-to-Head
Previous meetings
- Mar 15, 2026 Timberwolves @ Thunder 103-116
- Jan 29, 2026 Thunder @ Timberwolves 111-123
- Dec 19, 2025 Thunder @ Timberwolves 107-112
- Nov 26, 2025 Timberwolves @ Thunder 105-113
Thunder vs Timberwolves Season Stats 2026-27
Regular-season averages; rank of 30 teams.
Standings Context
Western Conference
| # | Team | W-L | GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Rockets | 3-0 | – |
| 2 |  Trail Blazers | 2-0 | 0.5 |
| 3 | Timberwolves | 2-0 | 0.5 |
| 4 |  Lakers | 2-0 | 0.5 |
| 5 | Thunder | 2-0 | 0.5 |
| 6 |  Grizzlies | 2-0 | 0.5 |
| 7 |  Clippers | 1-1 | 1.5 |
More NBA Games on Dec 25, 2026
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This Thunder vs Timberwolves page updates on its own: live score during the game, box score and recap minutes after the final buzzer. Next: Thunder visit the Rockets Dec 27; Timberwolves visit the Warriors Dec 27.
Thunder vs Timberwolves FAQs
What time does Thunder vs Timberwolves start?
The Oklahoma City Thunder play the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday, December 25, 2026 at Target Center in Minneapolis. Tip-off is 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT).
What channel is Thunder vs Timberwolves on?
Thunder vs Timberwolves airs nationally on ABC and ESPN. Stream it on ESPN app.
What are the Thunder and Timberwolves records?
Going into this game the Thunder were 2-0 and the Timberwolves were 2-0 this season.
Who is injured for Thunder vs Timberwolves?
As of 6:00 PM ET, Oct 25: Nikola Topic (Thunder, day-to-day, back); Otega Oweh (Thunder, out for season, achilles); Thomas Sorber (Thunder, day-to-day, knee); Donte DiVincenzo (Timberwolves, out, achilles).
How did Thunder vs Timberwolves go last season?
The regular-season series was split 2-2 in 2025-26.
Who won the last Thunder vs Timberwolves game?
The Thunder beat the Timberwolves 116-103 on Mar 15, 2026 at home.
Where is Thunder vs Timberwolves being played?
At Target Center in Minneapolis, the home arena of the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Can I watch Thunder vs Timberwolves for free?
Yes. ABC and ESPN games air free over the air on ABC with an antenna, and stream on the ESPN App with a subscription.