The Minnesota Timberwolves handed the Houston Rockets their second loss of the season on Wednesday.Six players scored in double digits for the Timberwolves, led by Ayo Dosunmu’s 21 points. LaMelo Ball had 20 points and six assists, while Bones Hyland…
Houston Rockets superstar Kevin Durant praised Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels following Houston's 117-107 defeat on Wednesday. Durant commended McDaniels for his one-on-one defensive approach, highlighting that he defends without seeking help or complaining. McDaniels took on the primary assignment of guarding Durant, who finished with a team-high 21 points on 7-for-14 shooting along with four turnovers.
The Timberwolves secured the victory behind 21 points from Ayo Dosunmu, 20 from LaMelo Ball, and 19 off the bench from Bones Hyland, while Alperen Sengun recorded a triple-double for Houston. Despite the loss, the Rockets moved to a 7-2 record on the season as Durant continues to adapt his role, while McDaniels is averaging a career-high 16.4 points per game with Anthony Edwards sidelined following knee surgery.
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