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Rockets drop one to Timberwolves, fall 117-107

The ghosts of last season popped up in last night’s 117-107 Houston Rockets loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Up until last night, Houston seemed to have largely fixed many of the problems they had last season. Had they been right…

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 10:43 AM
Rockets drop one to Timberwolves, fall 117-107
Key Things to Know
  • The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Houston Rockets 117-107 following a decisive fourth-quarter surge.
  • Alperen Sengun posted a triple-double with 17 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists for Houston.
  • Ayo Dosunmu scored 21 points and LaMelo Ball added 20 points to lead Minnesota.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Houston Rockets fell 117-107 to the Minnesota Timberwolves at home after a fourth-quarter collapse. Despite Minnesota missing Anthony Edwards and Terrence Shannon Jr., the Timberwolves outscored Houston in the final frame behind a pivotal 10-2 run. The Rockets struggled down the stretch, committing four turnovers and shooting 7-for-16 in the fourth quarter.

Kevin Durant scored 21 points for Houston, while Alperen Sengun recorded a triple-double with 17 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists. Ayo Dosunmu led Minnesota with 21 points, and LaMelo Ball contributed 20 points, including 12 in the final period.

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