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Timberwolves Fall 125-105 Against Houston - Game Recap

Houston cruised to victory on Saturday, running Minnesota out of the gym and running up a 125-105 score at Target Center.

The Rockets were a +2.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 231.0.

Houston got 49 points from James Harden and another 20 points from Ben McLemore. James Harden contributed 6 assists, while Isaiah Hartenstein cleaned the glass with 16 rebounds.

Minnesota got 27 points from Karl-Anthony Towns in a losing cause and another 21 points from Jake Layman. Jeff Teague contributed 12 assists for the Timberwolves, while Karl-Anthony Towns had 15 rebounds.

Houston led at halftime, 64-62.

Minnesota had a 47-41 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Houston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Trail Blazers. The Timberwolves will aim to get back on the winning track at Utah.