Apr 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) controls the ball against Minnesota Timberwolves guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (9) during the first half in game five of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

LeBron James reveals how far he thinks the Timberwolves can go in the playoffs

Originally posted on Minnesota Timberwolves on SI
By Tony Liebert | Last updated May 8, 2025 1:32 PM ET

The Timberwolves are trailing the Warriors one game to none, but LeBron James is very high on Minnesota's potential this postseason.

A new episode of the Mind the Game podcast with James and Steve Nash was released on Thursday. They recorded the episode last Sunday before Minnesota even knew its second-round opponent, but James thinks the Wolves could make a deep run this year.

"I could see them for sure getting to the Western Conference Finals, if not the [NBA] Finals," James said. "Obviously, health is wealth in the postseason. They have all the makeup. They have shooting, they have size, they have foot speed, they have playmaking, they have experience, they have defensive versatility. They play extremely hard. You have to give credit to their coaching staff."

It has been over a week since Anthony Edwards and the Wolves sent James packing, but it's clear that he has a lot of respect for Minnesota. He has never been someone to talk down his opponents, and he really wouldn't have anything to gain from doing so in this situation, but it's still a significant statement.

Nash and James were most impressed with the improvements Edwards showed in the first round, specifically with his playmaking. He is the straw that stirs Minnesota's drink, and he made nearly everyone on the roster look better in the first round.

Fast forward to the present day, Minnesota faces a 1-0 deficit against the Warriors. The health of Stephen Curry has completely changed the outlook of the series, but we are seeing more parity across the NBA than ever. The Wolves' backs are against the wall, and it's time to prove they're among the league's best teams. James is among a growing contingent of believers.

This article first appeared on FanNation All Timberwolves and was syndicated with permission.

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