OKC Thunder to face Timberwolves on Christmas Day in NBA matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
The Oklahoma City Thunder will travel to play the Minnesota Timberwolves on Christmas Day, December 25th, 2026. The game is part of a national TV slate and will tip off at 7 p.m. CT, airing on ABC and ESPN. As a title contender, the Thunder features two-time MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and rising stars Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams. The Timberwolves, known for their inconsistent seasons, have made significant changes, including acquiring LaMelo Ball. Both teams are expected to face each other four times during the regular season.
- •Thunder play Timberwolves on Christmas Day, December 25, 2026.
- •Game will be broadcast on ABC and ESPN with a 7 p.m. CT tip-off.
- •Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a two-time MVP winner for OKC.
- •Timberwolves acquired LaMelo Ball in a significant summer trade.
- •Teams are set to meet at least four times in the 2026-27 regular season.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — OKC Thunder traveling on road to face Timberwolves on Christmas Day
"Oklahoma City Thunder traveling on road to face Minnesota Timberwolves on Christmas Day.
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