Minnesota Timberwolves Playoffs 2027
Minnesota Timberwolves 2027 playoff page. The Timberwolves are 0-0, 2nd in the Northwest with a 0 point differential. If the season ended today they would be the No. 8 seed in the West (play-in, magic number 83).
Next up: away at the Miami Heat (0-0) on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM EDT. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.000 record, including 14 games against teams currently in playoff position.
Timberwolves Playoff Outlook
Next game
at 
Miami Heat (0-0)
What it takes
Magic number 83: any combination of Timberwolves wins and Phoenix Suns losses adding up to 83 clinches a berth.
Remaining schedule
25 games left · opponents’ record 0.000 · 14 vs current playoff teams
Northwest Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Conf | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Denver Nuggets | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 2 | Minnesota Timberwolves | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 3 |  Oklahoma City Thunder | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 4 |  Portland Trail Blazers | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 5 |  Utah Jazz | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
Projected Path to NBA Finals
- First Round: at #1 Dallas Mavericks
- Semis: likely at #1 Dallas Mavericks
- Conf. Finals: West title game, higher seed hosts
- NBA Finals: Home arena of the team with the better record, Jun 3, 2027
Season Trend
Timberwolves Playoff Push: 2026-27 Recent Results and Upcoming Games
| # | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at Heat #9 | 0-0 | ||
| 2 | at  Magic | 0-0 | ||
| 3 | vs  Raptors | 0-0 | ||
| 4 | at  Cavaliers #6 | 0-0 | ||
| 5 | vs  Warriors #3 | 0-0 | ||
| 6 | vs  Clippers #5 | 0-0 | ||
| 7 | at  Spurs | 0-0 | ||
| 8 | vs  Bucks #10 | 0-0 | ||
| 9 | at  Rockets #4 | 0-0 | ||
| 10 | at  Pelicans #9 | 0-0 | ||
| 11 | vs Jazz | 0-0 | ||
| 12 | vs  Mavericks #1 | 0-0 | ||
| 13 | vs  Bulls #5 | 0-0 | ||
| 14 | vs Trail Blazers | 0-0 | ||
| 15 | vs Trail Blazers | 0-0 | ||
| 16 | vs  Knicks | 0-0 | ||
| 17 | vs  Grizzlies #7 | 0-0 | ||
| 18 | vs  Nets #3 | 0-0 | ||
| 19 | at Thunder #10 | 0-0 | ||
| 20 | vs Grizzlies #7 | 0-0 | ||
| 21 | at  Kings | 0-0 | ||
| 22 | at Trail Blazers | 0-0 | ||
| 23 | at Clippers #5 | 0-0 | ||
| 24 | at  Suns | 0-0 | ||
| 25 | at Jazz | 0-0 |
This Minnesota Timberwolves playoffs page refreshes after every Timberwolves game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the West playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Minnesota Timberwolves playoffs FAQ
Are the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2027 playoffs?
As of today, yes: they hold the No. 8 seed in the West, with a magic number of 83 to clinch.
What seed would the Timberwolves be?
No. 8 in the West (play-in).
Who leads the Northwest?
Denver Nuggets (0-0); the Timberwolves are 2nd.
When is the next Timberwolves game?
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM EDT, away at the Miami Heat.
How hard is the Timberwolves remaining schedule?
25 games left against opponents with a combined 0.000 record; 14 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Timberwolves clinch a playoff spot?
Win the Northwest, or finish with one of the five best records among West non-division-winners. Current magic number: 83.
What is the Timberwolves record at home and on the road?
0-0 at home, 0-0 away; 0-0 in the division and 0-0 in the conference.