Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Dallas Mavericks tips off from Target Center on Wednesday at 7:30 PM.
Since the Wolves had a better regular season record than the Mavs, Minnesota has the home court advantage in this third round series.
From giveaway info to parking tips, here’s everything you need to know about Game 1 at Target Center between Minnesota and Dallas.
1. Game 1 tickets, doors & start time
Doors to this 7:30 PM game will open at 6 PM. You can get tickets to Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals here.
2. Game 1 giveaways
- White Playoff Tee, presented by Sprite
- Howl Towel, presented by Target
All fans at Game 1 will get a white Playoff tee, presented by Sprite and a Howl Towel, presented by Target.
3. What to wear
All fans are encouraged to wear white to Game 1 to help create a vibrant, home court advantage.
4. Why Arrive Early
With a capacity crowd expected , fans should plan ahead and arrive early to avoid any traffic-related delays.
Fans that arrive early will likely be able to find a parking spot easier and get into the building faster.
5. Where to park
Check out the 8 covered parking ramps next to Target Center that provide an extended Skyway route to the arena’s entrance.
6. What to eat at Target Center
From snacks to entrees, there’s a number of different options for food at Target Center.
If you are looking for a recommendation, a Reddit user is such a big fan of the hot dogs at Wolves’ games that they eat them straight up without any condiments.
Click here to read more about the no-condiment hot dog.
7. Shop Arena-Exclusive Playoff Styles
Officially licensed Playoff merchandise, including arena-exclusive styles, will be available in the Timberwolves Team Stores, a Fanatics Experience, in Target Center.
8. How to watch and listen to Wolves vs. Mavs Game 1
- Date: Wednesday, May 22
- Start Time: 7:30 PM CT
- TV channel: TNT | truTV, Max
- Radio: iHeartRadio | Timberwolves app | KFAN
- Where: Target Center | Minneapolis, MN
Taking place at Target Center in downtown Minneapolis, Game 1 of Wolves vs. Mavs will be broadcast nationally on TNT at 7:30 PM on Wednesday, May 22.
You can listen to Alan Horton, the radio voice of the Timberwolves, and color analyst Jim Peterson call the game on iHeartRadio’s Timberwolves channel, KFAN and the Timberwolves app. The Timberwolves’ radio broadcast will start 15 minutes before tip.
On truTV and Max, there’ll be an alternative viewing experience hosted by Jordan Cornette and will feature Vince Carter, Bomani Jones and Chris Haynes.
