Listen Live: Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Dallas Mavericks | Western Conference Finals

The 2024 NBA Western Conference Finals featuring the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Dallas Mavericks begins on Wednesday as both teams battle for a chance to reach the Finals in June.

The Mavericks’ journey to the Western Conference Finals, led by the indomitable Luka Dončić, included a 4-2 series win over Oklahoma City. Dončić’s ability to control the game and deliver in clutch moments has been pivotal in propelling Dallas through the playoffs.

Meanwhile, the Timberwolves have emerged as a force to be reckoned with, thanks to the stellar performances of Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards. Minnesota’s resilience and adaptability have been on full display as they navigated through a tough Western Conference bracket, knocking out the Denver Nuggets — last year’s champs — in a full seven-game series.

One of the most anticipated aspects of this series is the head-to-head duel between Luka Dončić and Anthony Edwards. The matchup between Karl-Anthony Towns and Dallas’ big men will also be crucial. Towns’ versatility as a scorer and his ability to stretch the floor with his three-point shooting present a unique challenge for the Mavericks. On the other side, Christian Wood’s ability to provide scoring and rebounding for Dallas will be vital in countering Towns’ impact.

For the Mavericks, the performance of Kyrie Irving could be a game-changer. His scoring ability and experience in high-stakes games provide Dallas with an additional offensive weapon and leadership on the court. As for the Timberwolves, Jaden McDaniels’ defensive prowess and emerging offensive game could prove crucial.

The strategic duel between Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd and Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch adds another layer of intrigue. Kidd’s experience as a player and coach has been instrumental in guiding the Mavericks, particularly in developing their defensive schemes and optimizing their offensive sets around Dončić, while Finch has cultivated a team-oriented approach for the Wolves that maximizes the strengths of his young stars while fostering a resilient defensive mindset.

Western Conference Finals:
Timberwolves vs. Mavericks

How to Listen

Satellite:
Home team broadcast – channel 86
Away team broadcast – channel 212

Streaming:
Listen on the SiriusXM app and web player

Game Schedule

Game 1: Mavericks vs. Timberwolves – Wednesday, May 22 at 8:30pm ET

Game 2: Mavericks vs. Timberwolves – Friday, May 24 at 8:30pm ET

Game 3: Timberwolves vs. Mavericks – Sunday, May 26 at 8pm ET

Game 4: Timberwolves vs. Mavericks – Tuesday, May 28 at 8:30pm ET

Game 5: Mavericks vs. Timberwolves – Thursday, May 30 at 8:30pm ET*

Game 6: Timberwolves vs. Mavericks – Saturday, June 1 at 8:30pm ET*

Game 7: Mavericks vs. Timberwolves – Monday, June 3 at 8:30pm ET*

*if necessary

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