What channel is Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves on today? Game 2 TV schedule, live streams, start time for 2022 NBA playoff game
In Game 1, the Timberwolves kept the momentum rolling from the Play-In Tournament, stunning the Grizzlies on their home floor with a 130-117 win.
Sophomore guard Anthony Edwards had a game to remember for his playoff debut, torching the Grizzlies for 36 points, six assists and two blocks on 13-of-23 from the field and 4-of-11 from the 3-point line.
Edwards’ 36 is the most points scored by a Timberwolves player in their first career playoff game, beating Stephon Marbury’s previous high of 28 points.
Karl-Anthony Towns added 29 points and 13 rebounds, outplaying the Grizzlies bigs on the night. Jaren Jackson Jr. struggled with foul trouble in Game 1, only playing 24 minutes, finishing with 12 points on 4-of-13 shooting, adding four rebounds and an impressive seven blocks.
Ja Morant went toe-to-toe with Edwards in the scoring department, recording 32 points on 8-of-18 shooting, adding eight assists and four boards as he relentlessly attacked the basket, going 16 of 20 at the free-throw line.
The difference-maker in Game 1, however, was the Timberwolves’ long-range shooting, outscoring the Grizzlies from deep 48-21 as they connected on 16 of 41 from 3 compared to just 7 of 27 for Memphis.
Can the Grizzlies regroup and level the series on their home floor or will the Timberwolves take a commanding 2-0 lead?
Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the matchup between the Grizzlies and Timberwolves.
What channel is Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves on?
- Date: Tuesday, April 19
- TV channel: NBA TV (US) | NBA TV Canada (CA)
- Live stream: Sling TV | TSN Direct
In the United States and Canada, Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves will be broadcast on NBA TV.
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Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves Game 2 start time
- Date: Tuesday, April 19
- Start time: 8:30 p.m. ET | 5:30 p.m. PT
Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves is scheduled to tip off shortly after 8:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, April 19. The game will be played at FedEx Forum in Memphis.
Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves schedule, TV channels
As the higher seed, Memphis will be the home team in Games 1 and 2, while Minnesota will host Games 3 and 4.
If required, Games 5 and 7 would also be played in Memphis.
(All times Eastern)
Date | Game | Time | National TV (US) |
April 19 | Game 2 | 8:30 p.m. | NBA TV |
April 21 | Game 3 | 7:30 p.m. | TNT |
April 23 | Game 4 | TBD | ESPN |
April 26 | Game 5* | TBD | TBD |
April 29 | Game 6* | TBD | TBD |
May 1 | Game 7* | TBD | TBD |
*If necessary