The Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs are heading into a pivotal Game 3 of their NBA Playoffs series, and the stakes couldn't be higher. After dropping a tight Game 1, the Spurs roared back to even the series, setting the stage for a critical showdown in Minneapolis on Friday night.

Here's the full breakdown of what you need to know—including the start time, TV channel, and streaming options—to catch every minute of the action.

Game 3: A Battle of Unbeaten Streaks

The Timberwolves have been nearly untouchable at home this postseason, but the Spurs have been just as dominant on the road. Something has to give. San Antonio enters the game with one of the league's most potent offenses, averaging 113.9 points per game, while allowing just 99.9—thanks largely to the defensive presence of Victor Wembanyama. That two-way dominance has made the Spurs a nightmare matchup for any opponent.

Meanwhile, Minnesota is still managing Anthony Edwards' minutes carefully. Since returning from a hyperextended left knee, Edwards has played 25 minutes or fewer in both games of this series. That's opened the door for second-year guard Terrence Shannon Jr., who has scored in double digits in Games 1 and 2—though not always efficiently. For the Timberwolves to take control, they'll need to find a way to limit Wembanyama's impact on both ends of the floor.

How to Watch Timberwolves vs. Spurs Game 3

This game won't be available on traditional cable or broadcast TV. Instead, Game 3 will stream exclusively on Prime Video. If you're not already a subscriber, new Amazon Prime customers can take advantage of a 30-day free trial to watch the game—and the rest of the 2026 NBA Playoffs.

Game Details

Tip-off is set for 9:30 p.m. ET at the Target Center in Minneapolis. Expect a fast-paced, physical battle as both teams look to take a 2-1 series lead.

For the latest bracket updates and playoff schedules, be sure to check the official NBA playoff hub.