Houston plays Minnesota, looks for 8th straight road win
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Houston plays Minnesota, looks for 8th straight road win

Associated Press  

Houston Rockets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Tuesday, 8 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Houston visits Minnesota aiming to extend its seven-game road winning streak. Minnesota leads the NBA allowing only 106.2 points per game while holding opponents to 44.8% shooting. LAST 10 GAMES: Timberwolves: 7-3, averaging 110.8 points, 40.8 rebounds, 27.7 assists, 9.0 steals and 5.8 blocks per game while shooting 48.2% from the field. Rockets: 9-1, averaging 121.6 points, 45.4 rebounds, 24.1 assists, 8.2 steals and 5.2 blocks per game while shooting 47.9% from the field.

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Brooks scores 27 points as Rockets beat Raptors 114-110 for first win in Toronto since 2019
16 hours, 4 minutes ago

Brooks scores 27 points as Rockets beat Raptors 114-110 for first win in Toronto since 2019

Associated Press  

TORONTO — Dillon Brooks scored 27 points, Jalen Green had 22 and the Houston Rockets won in Toronto for the first time in more than five years by beating the struggling Raptors 114-110 on Sunday night. Alperen Sengun had 17 points and 10 rebounds for the Rockets, who hadn’t won in Toronto since Dec. 5, 2019. Ja’Kobe Walter fouled out …

NBA roundup: Orlando Magic stuns Miami Heat after franchise-record rally; Warriors beat Timberwolves
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1 day, 8 hours ago

NBA roundup: Orlando Magic stuns Miami Heat after franchise-record rally; Warriors beat Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Holding visiting Miami to just eight fourth-quarter points, the Orlando Magic set a franchise record in rallying from 22 points down at the start of the final period to beat the Heat, 121-114, on Saturday. Bam Adebayo scored 23 points and grabbed six rebounds, Terry Rozier notched another 23 points off the bench and Tyler Herro recorded 22 points, six …

Anthony Edwards leads rising Timberwolves over Spurs
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1 week ago

Anthony Edwards leads rising Timberwolves over Spurs

Hindustan Times  

Anthony Edwards scored 26 points in 28 minutes of court time to help lift the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves to a 106-92 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday in a Western Conference game created by the results of the NBA Cup. Alexander-Walker added 17 points in a reserve role for Minnesota while Jaden McDaniels racked up 12 points and …

Oklahoma City puts home win streak on the line against Houston
1 week, 3 days ago

Oklahoma City puts home win streak on the line against Houston

Associated Press  

Houston Rockets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Las Vegas; Saturday, 8:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Thunder -6; over/under is 213.5 BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma City will try to keep its three-game home win streak intact when the Thunder play Houston. Houston ranks fourth in the league scoring 17.8 fast break points per game led by Tari Eason averaging 3.7. LAST 10 …

Los Angeles faces Minnesota on 3-game road slide
1 week, 4 days ago

Los Angeles faces Minnesota on 3-game road slide

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Friday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Timberwolves -7; over/under is 217 BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles hits the road against Minnesota looking to end its three-game road losing streak. The Timberwolves average 110.5 points per game, 5.3 fewer points than the 115.8 the Lakers allow. Anthony Davis is scoring 27.5 points per game …

Portland takes on San Antonio, looks to end 4-game slide
1 week, 4 days ago

Portland takes on San Antonio, looks to end 4-game slide

Associated Press  

San Antonio Spurs vs. Portland Trail Blazers Portland, Oregon; Friday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Spurs -3.5; over/under is 223 BOTTOM LINE: Portland heads into the matchup with San Antonio as losers of four games in a row. The Trail Blazers average 11.8 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.5 fewer makes per game than the Spurs allow. LAST …

Golden State visits Houston, aims to end road slide
1 week, 6 days ago

Golden State visits Houston, aims to end road slide

Associated Press  

Golden State Warriors vs. Houston Rockets Houston; Wednesday, 9:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Rockets -2.5; over/under is 221.5 BOTTOM LINE: Golden State will attempt to end its three-game road slide when the Warriors face Houston. Houston is the Western Conference leader with 14.2 offensive rebounds per game led by Alperen Sengun averaging 3.4. LAST 10 GAMES: Rockets: 6-4, averaging …

NBA roundup: Joel Embiid comes back to help 76ers beat Bulls; Warriors edge past Timberwolves
2 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Joel Embiid comes back to help 76ers beat Bulls; Warriors edge past Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Joel Embiid returned from a seven-game absence to provide 31 points and 12 rebounds as the Philadelphia 76ers held off the host Chicago Bulls for a 108-100 win in the NBA on Sunday afternoon. Trey Murphy III led New Orleans with 25 points, with CJ McCollum adding 19, Dejounte Murray racking up 18 points and 11 assists and Yves Missi …

Minnesota faces Golden State on 4-game win streak
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Minnesota faces Golden State on 4-game win streak

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Golden State Warriors San Francisco; Sunday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Minnesota will look to keep its four-game win streak alive when the Timberwolves take on Golden State. Golden State is fourth in the NBA with 13.0 offensive rebounds per game led by Kevon Looney averaging 3.6 offensive boards. LAST 10 GAMES: Warriors: 3-7, averaging 105.5 points, …

Minnesota plays Golden State on 3-game win streak
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Minnesota plays Golden State on 3-game win streak

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Golden State Warriors San Francisco; Friday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Warriors -2; over/under is 220.5 BOTTOM LINE: Minnesota is looking to keep its three-game win streak intact when the Timberwolves take on Golden State. Golden State is fifth in the league averaging 15.3 made 3-pointers per game while shooting 37.1% from deep. The Warriors average …

Golden State faces Houston, aims to end 5-game slide
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Golden State faces Houston, aims to end 5-game slide

Associated Press  

Houston Rockets vs. Golden State Warriors San Francisco; Thursday, 10 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Golden State looks to break its five-game slide when the Warriors take on Houston. Houston ranks second in the Western Conference with 18.2 fast break points per game led by Tari Eason averaging 3.7. LAST 10 GAMES: Warriors: 4-6, averaging 110.9 points, 49.7 rebounds, 30.2 assists, …

LeBron James barely keeps double-digit scoring streak alive as LA Lakers fall to Minnesota Timberwolves
2 weeks, 6 days ago

LeBron James barely keeps double-digit scoring streak alive as LA Lakers fall to Minnesota Timberwolves

CNN  

CNN — LeBron James continues to endure one of the worst shooting slumps of his career as the Los Angeles Lakers were easily beaten, 109-80, by the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday. The four-time NBA champion did, however, just about keep his long-running, league-record, double-digit scoring streak alive, extending it to 1,243 games as he registered 10 points to go with …

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Rockets edge Thunder in battle of top 2 West teams
3 weeks ago

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Rockets edge Thunder in battle of top 2 West teams

The Hindu  

Fred VanVleet scored a game-high 38 points and Dillon Brooks nailed a midrange jumper to beat the shot clock and give Houston the lead for good as the host Rockets eked out a 119-116 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday in a matchup between the top two seeds in the Western Conference. Clippers 126, Nuggets 122 James Harden …

Irving pours in 30 and Grimes scores 24 as Dallas wins again without Doncic, 106-94 over Utah
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Irving pours in 30 and Grimes scores 24 as Dallas wins again without Doncic, 106-94 over Utah

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — Kyrie Irving scored 30 points and Quentin Grimes had 24 points to power the short-handed Dallas Mavericks over the Utah Jazz 106-94 on Saturday night. Washington had 16 points and 10 rebounds for the Mavericks, who have won four of five games — all without Doncic. Takeaways Mavericks: Dallas made everything look easy when they were …

Houston takes on Oklahoma City after Green’s 41-point showing
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Houston takes on Oklahoma City after Green’s 41-point showing

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Houston Rockets Houston; Sunday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Houston plays the Oklahoma City Thunder after Jalen Green scored 41 points in the Houston Rockets’ 122-115 overtime win over the Philadelphia 76ers. Oklahoma City ranks eighth in the Western Conference scoring 48.5 points per game in the paint led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander averaging 13.6. LAST 10 …

Minnesota hosts Los Angeles following Harden’s 43-point game
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Minnesota hosts Los Angeles following Harden’s 43-point game

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Friday, 7:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Timberwolves -5.5; over/under is 217.5 BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles visits the Minnesota Timberwolves after James Harden scored 43 points in the Clippers’ 121-96 win over the Washington Wizards. Los Angeles is sixth in the Western Conference scoring 50.2 points per game in the paint led by …

Irving scores 23 as Mavs beat Knicks 129-114, improve to 4-1 without Doncic
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Irving scores 23 as Mavs beat Knicks 129-114, improve to 4-1 without Doncic

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Kyrie Irving scored 23 points and the Dallas Mavericks improved to 4-1 this season without superstar Luka Doncic, beating the New York Knicks 129-114 on Wednesday night. Jalen Brunson tied his season high with 37 points for New York in his second game in Dallas against his former team. Doncic missed his fourth consecutive game with a sprained …

Jalen Green’s 41 points lead Rockets to 122-115 overtime win over 76ers
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Jalen Green’s 41 points lead Rockets to 122-115 overtime win over 76ers

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Jalen Green scored a season-high 41 points, Alperen Sengun added 22 points and 14 rebounds and the Houston Rockets beat the Philadelphia 76ers 122-115 in overtime on Wednesday night. Tyrese Maxey scored 39 points, including 28 in the second half, in the loss for Philadelphia, which played without Paul George and Joel Embiid and fell to 3-14. Maxey, …

Harden scores 43 as Clippers rout skidding Wizards 121-96
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Harden scores 43 as Clippers rout skidding Wizards 121-96

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — James Harden scored a season-high 43 points in 32 minutes to help the Los Angeles Clippers romp to a 121-96 victory over Washington on Wednesday night, handing the struggling Wizards their 13th consecutive defeat. Malcolm Brogdon and Jonas Valanciunas each scored 17 points for Washington, which lost leading scorer Kyle Kuzma to a left rib injury after he …

Sengun records triple-double and Rockets beat Wolves 117-111 in OT to clinch NBA Cup group
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Sengun records triple-double and Rockets beat Wolves 117-111 in OT to clinch NBA Cup group

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Alperen Sengun had 22 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists, Fred VanVleet added 27 points and 11 assists, and the Houston Rockets pulled out a 117-111 overtime win against the Minnesota Timberwolves in an NBA Cup game on Tuesday night. Dillon Brooks added 22 points for Houston, which improved to 3-0 in the competition and clinched West Group …

NBA roundup: Magic steps up late to win against Lakers; Jazz loses to Spurs
1 month ago

NBA roundup: Magic steps up late to win against Lakers; Jazz loses to Spurs

The Hindu  

Franz Wagner scored 15 of his 37 points in the fourth quarter, including a go-ahead 3-pointer with 2.5 seconds remaining, and the visiting Orlando Magic rallied for a 119-118 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday. Spurs beats Jazz Harrison Barnes had 25 points and 10 rebounds and Chris Paul made key plays down the stretch and finished with …

Houston faces Milwaukee on 5-game win streak
1 month ago

Houston faces Milwaukee on 5-game win streak

Associated Press  

Houston Rockets vs. Milwaukee Bucks Milwaukee; Monday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Bucks -3.5; over/under is 220 BOTTOM LINE: Houston seeks to keep its five-game win streak alive when the Rockets take on Milwaukee. The Rockets average 114.6 points per game, 1.0 more than the 113.6 the Bucks give up to opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Bucks: 3-7, averaging 109.8 …

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Giannis Antetokounmpo nets 59 in Bucks’ OT win
1 month, 1 week ago

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Giannis Antetokounmpo nets 59 in Bucks’ OT win

The Hindu  

Giannis Antetokounmpo amassed an NBA season-high 59 points as the Milwaukee Bucks overturned an 18-point deficit to defeat the visiting Detroit Pistons 127-120 in overtime on Wednesday night. Mitchell finished with 23 points, 13 rebounds and nine assists for Cleveland, which is off to the NBA’s best start since the Golden State Warriors’ record-setting 24-game winning streak to begin the …

NBA roundup: Warriors clip Mavs in Klay Thompson’s return
1 month, 1 week ago

NBA roundup: Warriors clip Mavs in Klay Thompson’s return

The Hindu  

Stephen Curry spoiled Klay Thompson’s return to San Francisco with a game-high 37 points, including 12 straight during a late flurry that lifted the Golden State Warriors to a 120-117 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in an NBA Cup opener on Tuesday night. Knicks 111, 76ers 99 OG Anunoby scored 24 points and Josh Hart recorded a triple-double as New …

Jalen Green leads Rockets past the Clippers, who have lost two in a row
1 month, 1 week ago

Jalen Green leads Rockets past the Clippers, who have lost two in a row

LA Times  

James Harden shoots as Jabari Smith Jr. of the Rockets defends in the first half. Jalen Green had 21 points and Amen Thompson and Tari Eason added 18 each to lead the Houston Rockets to a 111-103 victory over the Clippers on Wednesday night in the opener of a two-game set. The Clippers used a 9-2 run to cut the …

Pacers Dominate Mavericks, Extend Season Lead to 3-0 Start
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pacers Dominate Mavericks, Extend Season Lead to 3-0 Start

Associated Press  

The Indiana Pacers defeated the Dallas Mavericks 134-127 on Monday night. Myles Turner had a double-double with 30 points and 11 rebounds, while Tyrese Haliburton contributed 25 points and 12 assists. The Pacers dominated the first period, shooting 7 of 9 from three-pointers and building a 13-point lead. They maintained their momentum throughout the game, outscoring the Mavericks 48-36 in …

Rockets Secure Crucial Win Over Knicks Despite Late Surge
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rockets Secure Crucial Win Over Knicks Despite Late Surge

Associated Press  

The Houston Rockets defeated the New York Knicks 109-97 on Monday night. Alperen Sengun led the Rockets with 25 points and 14 rebounds, while Fred VanVleet added 19 points and Jalen Green had 15. The Knicks were led by 29 points from Jalen Brunson and 21 points from OG Anunoby. The Rockets led by three points before a soaring dunk …

Spurs Dominate Timberwolves, Continue Their Unbeatable Start
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Spurs Dominate Timberwolves, Continue Their Unbeatable Start

Associated Press  

The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 113-103 without coach Gregg Popovich due to illness. Keldon Johnson led the Spurs with 25 points, 13 assists, and 10 rebounds, while Chris Paul contributed 15 points and 13 assists. Victor Wembanyama had 17 points and 6 rebounds for the Timberwolves.

Minnesota Timberwolves Triumph Over Denver Nuggets in Thrilling Thriller
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Minnesota Timberwolves Triumph Over Denver Nuggets in Thrilling Thriller

The Hindu  

The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a 119-116 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Friday night in Minneapolis. Anthony Edwards led the Wolves with 29 points, while Julius Randle contributed 23 points, seven assists, and six rebounds. The Timberwolves earned their third win in the past four games, extending their winning streak to four games.

Timberwolves Pull Off Thrilling Thriller, Overcome Nuggets in 119-116
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Timberwolves Pull Off Thrilling Thriller, Overcome Nuggets in 119-116

Associated Press  

Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Denver Nuggets 119-116 in a thrilling thriller. Edwards scored 29 points, including a go-ahead basket with 25.7 seconds left, and Gobert contributed 17 points and 14 rebounds. The Timberwolves recovered from a 25-3 deficit in the fourth quarter and held on for the victory.

Rockets Dominate Spurs in a Thrilling Game
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rockets Dominate Spurs in a Thrilling Game

Associated Press  

The Houston Rockets secured a 106-101 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in a pivotal game in the two-game series. Jalen Green shone brightly with 34 points, while Jabari Smith and Alperen Sengun contributed 17 and 12 points respectively. Despite trailing for most of the game, the Rockets staged a remarkable comeback, outscoring the Spurs in the final minutes. The …

Timberwolves Dominate Raptors in Thrilling Game
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Timberwolves Dominate Raptors in Thrilling Game

Associated Press  

The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Toronto Raptors 112-101 on Saturday night. Julius Randle had a double-double with 24 points and 9 rebounds, while Anthony Edwards also scored 24 points. The Timberwolves dominated the paint and outscored the Raptors 56-42 in the second half. The Raptors struggled to find their rhythm offensively, missing eight of their first nine shots in the …

Mavericks look to secure conference finals victory over the Timberwolves
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Mavericks look to secure conference finals victory over the Timberwolves

Associated Press  

Dallas Mavericks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Thursday, 8:30 p.m. EDT WESTERN CONFERENCE FINALS: Mavericks lead series 3-1 BOTTOM LINE: The Dallas Mavericks look to clinch the series over the Minnesota Timberwolves in game five of the Western Conference finals. TOP PERFORMERS: Karl-Anthony Towns is scoring 21.8 points per game and averaging 8.3 rebounds for the Timberwolves. LAST 10 GAMES: Timberwolves: …

Dallas tries to clinch conference finals in game 4
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Dallas tries to clinch conference finals in game 4

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Dallas Mavericks Dallas; Tuesday, 8:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Mavericks -3.5; over/under is 210 WESTERN CONFERENCE FINALS: Mavericks lead series 3-0 BOTTOM LINE: The Dallas Mavericks look to clinch the Western Conference finals over the Minnesota Timberwolves in game four. Dallas is eighth in the NBA with 15.8 fast break points per game led by Irving …

Denver, Minnesota set for game 7 matchup
7 months ago

Denver, Minnesota set for game 7 matchup

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets Denver; Sunday, 8 p.m. EDT WESTERN CONFERENCE SECOND ROUND: Series tied 3-3 BOTTOM LINE: The Denver Nuggets and the Minnesota Timberwolves face off in game seven of the Western Conference second round. Minnesota ranks third in the Western Conference with 34.2 defensive rebounds per game led by Rudy Gobert averaging 9.2. The Timberwolves average 12.6 …

Minnesota takes 2-1 lead into game 4 against Denver
7 months, 1 week ago

Minnesota takes 2-1 lead into game 4 against Denver

Associated Press  

Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Sunday, 8 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Timberwolves -2.5; over/under is 204 WESTERN CONFERENCE SECOND ROUND: Timberwolves lead series 2-1 BOTTOM LINE: The Minnesota Timberwolves host the Denver Nuggets in the Western Conference second round with a 2-1 lead in the series. The Timberwolves average 12.6 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.4 more …

Late 3 gives Pacers 111-106 victory over Knicks
7 months, 1 week ago

Late 3 gives Pacers 111-106 victory over Knicks

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Andrew Nembhard made a 31-foot, tiebreaking 3-pointer with 16 seconds left, Tyrese Haliburton scored 35 points and the Indiana Pacers rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the banged-up and short-handed New York Knicks 111-106 on Friday night in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. New York led by nine with 9:45 remaining and was in position …

Minnesota looks to secure series against Phoenix in game 4
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Minnesota looks to secure series against Phoenix in game 4

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Phoenix Suns Phoenix; Sunday, 9:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Timberwolves -1; over/under is 211 WESTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Timberwolves lead series 3-0 BOTTOM LINE: The Minnesota Timberwolves look to clinch the series over the Phoenix Suns in game four of the Western Conference first round. The 116.2 points per game the Suns score are 9.7 more …

Anthony Edwards scores 36 points, Timberwolves beat Suns 126-109 for 3-0 series lead
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Anthony Edwards scores 36 points, Timberwolves beat Suns 126-109 for 3-0 series lead

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Anthony Edwards hit a jumper late in the fourth quarter and snarled as he ran down the court, pounding his chest with his fist for emphasis as Minnesota pulled away for another dominant playoff win. Edwards scored 36 points, Rudy Gobert added 19 points and 14 rebounds and the Timberwolves used a hot-shooting third quarter to beat the …

Edwards and the Timberwolves visit Phoenix with 2-0 series lead
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Edwards and the Timberwolves visit Phoenix with 2-0 series lead

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Phoenix Suns Phoenix; Friday, 10:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Suns -4; over/under is 206.5 WESTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Timberwolves lead series 2-0 BOTTOM LINE: The Minnesota Timberwolves visit the Phoenix Suns in the Western Conference first round with a 2-0 lead in the series. Minnesota ranks seventh in the Western Conference scoring 50.8 points per game …

Minnesota starts playoffs against Phoenix
8 months ago

Minnesota starts playoffs against Phoenix

Associated Press  

Phoenix Suns vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Saturday, 3:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Timberwolves -1.5; over/under is 214 WESTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Timberwolves host first series matchup BOTTOM LINE: The Minnesota Timberwolves host the Phoenix Suns to start the Western Conference first round. Minnesota ranks seventh in the Western Conference with 50.8 points per game in the paint led by …

Minnesota puts home win streak on the line against Phoenix
8 months, 1 week ago

Minnesota puts home win streak on the line against Phoenix

Associated Press  

Phoenix Suns vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Sunday, 3:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Minnesota hosts Phoenix trying to prolong its four-game home winning streak. Minnesota ranks third in the Western Conference with 34.4 defensive rebounds per game led by Rudy Gobert averaging 9.2. LAST 10 GAMES: Timberwolves: 7-3, averaging 112.4 points, 41.8 rebounds, 28.4 assists, 9.8 steals and 6.2 blocks per …

Portland hosts Houston following VanVleet’s 42-point game
8 months, 1 week ago

Portland hosts Houston following VanVleet’s 42-point game

Associated Press  

Houston Rockets vs. Portland Trail Blazers Portland, Oregon; Friday, 10 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Rockets -4; over/under is 214.5 BOTTOM LINE: Houston faces the Portland Trail Blazers after Fred VanVleet scored 42 points in the Rockets’ 124-121 loss to the Utah Jazz. The Trail Blazers’ 11.5 made 3-pointers per game this season are just 0.9 fewer made shots on …

Luka Samanic scores 22, helps Jazz snap 13-game skid with 124-121 win over Rockets
8 months, 1 week ago

Luka Samanic scores 22, helps Jazz snap 13-game skid with 124-121 win over Rockets

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — Luka Samanic scored a season-high 22 points to help the Utah Jazz snap a 13-game losing streak with a 124-121 victory over the Houston Rockets on Thursday night. Fred VanVleet knocked down nine 3-pointers and scored a season-high 42 points for the Rockets, who lost for the sixth time in seven games. We did everything the …

Utah faces Houston, seeks to end 13-game skid
8 months, 1 week ago

Utah faces Houston, seeks to end 13-game skid

Associated Press  

Houston Rockets vs. Utah Jazz Salt Lake City; Thursday, 9 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Utah enters the matchup with Houston as losers of 13 games in a row. The Jazz score 115.6 points per game, 2.3 more points than the 113.3 the Rockets allow. LAST 10 GAMES: Jazz: 0-10, averaging 105.8 points, 39.3 rebounds, 23.7 assists, 5.9 steals and 4.2 …

VanVleet has season-high 37 as Rockets get 118-106 win over Magic, who fall into tie for fourth
8 months, 1 week ago

VanVleet has season-high 37 as Rockets get 118-106 win over Magic, who fall into tie for fourth

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Fred VanVleet scored a season-high 37 points and the Houston Rockets snapped a five-game skid with a 118-106 victory over the Orlando Magic on Tuesday night. Bounce back tomorrow.” A basket by Markelle Fultz got the Magic within eight with about four minutes to go but VanVleet made a jump shot followed by a three-point play to make …

Butler scores 22 to lead the Heat to a 119-104 victory over the Rockets
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Butler scores 22 to lead the Heat to a 119-104 victory over the Rockets

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Jimmy Butler scored 22 points, and Bam Adebayo had 18 points and 12 rebounds to help the Miami Heat to a 119-104 victory over the Houston Rockets on Friday night. Jeff Green made a 3-pointer for Houston with about eight minutes left, but the Rockets didn’t score again until a layup by Jock Landale four minutes later. “The …

Conley, Edwards lead surging Timberwolves past Nuggets 111-98 and into 1st-place tie in West
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Conley, Edwards lead surging Timberwolves past Nuggets 111-98 and into 1st-place tie in West

Associated Press  

DENVER — This is why Glen Taylor doesn’t want to let go of the Minnesota Timberwolves. Anthony Edwards scored 25 points and Mike Conley added 23 in Minnesota’s 111-98 rout of Denver on Friday night that sent the Timberwolves into a first-place tie in the Western Conference — and the defending NBA champion Nuggets into third place. “There’s a lot …

NBA roundup: Hawks shed 30-point deficit to edge Celtics
8 months, 3 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Hawks shed 30-point deficit to edge Celtics

The Hindu  

Dejounte Murray scored 19 points, dished out 15 assists and made the go-ahead basket with one minute left to help Atlanta Hawks overcome a 30-point deficit and stun the visiting Boston Celtics 120-118 on Monday. Rockets 110, Trail Blazers 92 Jalen Green scored 27 points, including 12 during a decisive third-quarter run, to help Houston overcome a sluggish start and …

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