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Timberwolves beating Rockets gives them statement win they lacked sans Anthony Edwards

The Timberwolves' win over the Rockets gave them their first quality win since Anthony Edwards was sidelined.

By Kenny Kluska · Dunking with Wolves

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 3:00 PM

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Writer Kenny Kluska views Minnesota's win over Houston as a statement victory while Anthony Edwards remains sidelined.
The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Western Conference-leading Houston Rockets with a final score of 117-107.
The victory improved Minnesota's record to 3-2 since Edwards was sidelined following arthroscopic knee surgery.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a 117-107 victory over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night, marking their third win in five games without injured star Anthony Edwards. Houston entered the matchup holding the Western Conference's top record at 7-1, making the contest Minnesota's most impressive performance since Edwards was sidelined.

Writer Kenny Kluska argues the win provides Minnesota with a vital statement victory after earlier wins came against struggling teams. Edwards faces an estimated two-month absence following arthroscopic knee surgery as the Timberwolves prepare for upcoming games against the Knicks, Thunder, and Trail Blazers.

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