The No. 3 Los Angeles Lakers play against the No. 6 Minnesota Timberwolves in game 1 of their NBA playoff series tonight. The matchup will begin at 7:30 p.m. CT on ABC. Fans can watch this game for free online by using the free trials offered by DirecTV Stream and Fubo TV. Alternatively, Sling offers a first-month discount to new users.

The Lakers have a 2-2 record against Minnesota this season, which includes a 111-102 win in their last meeting.

In order to win game 1 tonight, the Lakers will need to rely on their star players Luka Doncic and LeBron James. Both players average more than 24 points per game, which leads the Los Angeles offense.

Notably, James also leads the team in rebounds and assists this season.

The Timberwolves have played well recently, as they have won eight of their last nine games.

In order to win the series opener, Minnesota will need to rely on their star guard Anthony Edwards. He averages nearly 28 points per game, which leads the Minnesota offense.

Fans can watch game 1 of this NBA playoff series for free online by using the free trials offered by DirecTV Stream and Fubo TV. Alternatively, Sling offers a first-month discount to new users.