Overview
- The Golden State Warriors will play Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves without Stephen Curry, who remains sidelined with a hamstring strain.
- The Minnesota Timberwolves hold a commanding 3-1 series lead after a dominant third-quarter performance in Game 4, led by Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle.
- In the Eastern Conference, the Indiana Pacers lead the Cleveland Cavaliers 3-1, with Donovan Mitchell listed as questionable after aggravating a sprained ankle in Game 4.
- Historically, NBA teams trailing 3-1 in a best-of-seven series have only advanced 4.4% of the time, underscoring the challenge both top seeds face.
- Game 5s for both series are scheduled for Wednesday, with the Warriors traveling to Minneapolis and the Cavaliers hosting the Pacers in Cleveland.