Minnesota Timberwolves @ Indiana Pacers: Jan 2, 2027

Updated
Regular Season
Minnesota TimberwolvesTimberwolves
3-1 · Away
7:00 PM ET
Scheduled
Saturday, January 2, 2027
Indiana PacersPacers
2-2 · Home

Timberwolves vs Pacers tips off at 7:00 PM ET (4:00 PM PT) on Saturday, January 2, 2027 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis. TV: North Star Sports & Entertainment Network (Timberwolves), WTHR 13 (15 games) (Pacers).

How to Watch Timberwolves vs Pacers: Time, TV & Stream

Date & time
Saturday, January 2, 20277:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT
Watch on
Local TV onlyLocal: Timberwolves North Star Sports & Entertainment Network · Pacers WTHR 13 (15 games)
Stream
NBA League PassTimberwolves: DAZN · Pacers: DAZN
Arena
Gainbridge FieldhouseIndianapolis

League Pass carries this game outside both teams' markets; inside them it is on the local channel or stream. Outside the US: NBA League Pass International, no blackouts. Canada: NBA League Pass Canada.

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Injury Report

PlayerTeamPosStatusInjurySince
Andrew NembhardPacersGDay-To-DayNeckOct 26, 2026
Ben SheppardPacersGOutMeniscusOct 22, 2026
Ivica ZubacPacersCDay-To-DayAnkleOct 25, 2026
T.J. McConnellPacersGDay-To-DayHamstringOct 21, 2026

Status as of 5:40 PM ET, Oct 27. Teams can change a player's status up to tip-off; check team announcements before the game.

Key Players

Timberwolves

Pacers

Season averages, top three scorers per team.

Timberwolves vs Pacers Preview

The Timberwolves are 3-1 this season, while the Pacers are 2-2 this season.

The Timberwolves won last season's series 2-0. The Timberwolves rank 1st in rebounds, the biggest gap between these teams. Players to watch: Anthony Edwards (33.3 points per game) and Pascal Siakam (23.5 points per game).

Timberwolves vs Pacers Head-to-Head

2026-27 season seriesFirst meeting this season
2025-26 season seriesTimberwolves 2-0

Previous meetings

Timberwolves vs Pacers Season Stats 2026-27

Timberwolves 3 GPPacers 4 GP
123.7#4
Points per game
116.5#13
108.7#7
Opponent points
115.0#16
46.4%#13
Field goal %
48.6%#6
38.1%#7
Three-point %
32.7%#17
60.5%#30
Free throw %
70.1%#29
54.7#1
Rebounds
43.0#22
26.0#15
Assists
29.3#3
8.0#20
Steals
6.8#24
4.3#19
Blocks
5.5#11
14.3#8
Turnovers
14.8#13

Regular-season averages; rank of 30 teams.

Standings Context

Western Conference

#TeamW-LGB
3Grizzlies4-0–
4Trail Blazers3-00.5
5Timberwolves3-11.0
6Lakers3-11.0
7Spurs2-22.0

Eastern Conference

#TeamW-LGB
6Cavaliers2-10.5
7Hawks2-21.0
8Pacers2-21.0
9Wizards2-21.0
10Magic1-21.5

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This Timberwolves vs Pacers page updates on its own: live score during the game, box score and recap minutes after the final buzzer. Next: Timberwolves host the Spurs Jan 3; Pacers host the Bulls Jan 4.

Timberwolves vs Pacers FAQs

What time does Timberwolves vs Pacers start?

The Minnesota Timberwolves play the Indiana Pacers on Saturday, January 2, 2027 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Tip-off is 7:00 PM ET (4:00 PM PT).

What channel is Timberwolves vs Pacers on?

Local TV: North Star Sports & Entertainment Network (Timberwolves), WTHR 13 (15 games) (Pacers). Out-of-market fans can stream it on NBA League Pass.

What are the Timberwolves and Pacers records?

Going into this game the Timberwolves were 3-1 and the Pacers were 2-2 this season.

Who is injured for Timberwolves vs Pacers?

As of 5:40 PM ET, Oct 27: Andrew Nembhard (Pacers, day-to-day, neck); Ben Sheppard (Pacers, out, meniscus); Ivica Zubac (Pacers, day-to-day, ankle); Johnny Furphy (Pacers, out for season, acl); T.J. McConnell (Pacers, day-to-day, hamstring); Donte DiVincenzo (Timberwolves, out, achilles).

How did Timberwolves vs Pacers go last season?

The Timberwolves won the regular-season series 2-0 in 2025-26.

Who won the last Timberwolves vs Pacers game?

The Timberwolves beat the Pacers 124-104 on Apr 7, 2026 on the road.

Where is Timberwolves vs Pacers being played?

At Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, the home arena of the Indiana Pacers.

Is Timberwolves vs Pacers on NBA League Pass?

Yes, outside the Timberwolves and Pacers markets. Inside them the game is on the local channel and the team's streaming service (DAZN for Pacers fans). Outside the US, NBA League Pass International carries every game.