The Minnesota Timberwolves play the Chicago Bulls in their 2025 preseason matchup tonight at the United Center.
The Timberwolves’ starters are expected to play tonight against Chicago, then likely rest tomorrow for the back-to-back against Philadelphia. Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle will be closely monitored for minutes, while younger players like Bones Hyland, Joan Beringer, and Jaylen Clark aim to make noise.
Edwards, coming off a season averaging 27.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 4.5 assists, remains the team’s offensive engine, while Randle provides inside balance with 18.7 points and 7.1 rebounds per game last season. The Wolves have been deliberate about blending their defensive identity — ranked 5th in points allowed (109.3) last season — with a faster pace and more fluid offensive movement.
For Chicago, the focus remains on developing consistency from its young core while managing injuries. With Coby White sidelined, veterans Nikola Vučević, Tre Jones, and Jevon Carter have shouldered larger workloads. Carter has averaged 13.2 points in roughly 16 minutes per game, shooting well from deep, while Jones has provided solid playmaking with 9 points and 5 assists per game in limited minutes.
Chicago finished last season 39–43, and head coach Billy Donovan has emphasized improving second-unit chemistry and half-court execution — both of which will be under the microscope tonight.
How to Watch Timberwolves vs. Bulls
Tip-off for tonight’s Timberwolves vs. Bulls game is set for 8:00 PM Eastern / 7:00 PM Central at the United Center in Chicago.
The game airs live on FanDuel Sports Network North and Chicago Sports Network.
Out-of-market viewers can stream the matchup on NBA League Pass, available for $16.99/month or $109.99 for the full season when purchased directly from the NBA website.
Amazon Prime Video offers some discounts as well as ways to watch for free here. League Pass subscriptions start at $12.74 for the first two months on Amazon (then $16.99/month) — and that includes NBA TV.
Fans can also choose a Team Pass to follow one team’s games for $13.99 per month — or watch tonight’s game free with a 7-day trial.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Chicago Bulls
Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM Eastern / 7:00 PM Central
Venue: United Center, Chicago, Illinois
TV: FanDuel Sports Network North, Chicago Sports Network
Streaming: NBA League Pass (out-of-market)
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