Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Houston Rockets: Preview, Where to Watch and Betting Odds

Following a narrow defeat to NBA champions Boston Celtics last Sunday, the Minnesota Timberwolves return to NBA Cup action when they host the Houston Rockets. The Timberwolves have lost back-to-back games, while the Rockets dropped their previous game, too. Both teams clash in a West Group A fixture. The Rockets top the group with two wins, while the Timberwolves sit at number three in the standings with one win and a loss. Minnesota Timberwolves is the favorite on the money line.

BASKETBALL: NBA CUP

Where to Watch: NBA League Pass

Venue: Target Center, Minnesota, MN

Date: 27.11.2024 04:00

The Timberwolves won the first and fourth quarters but lost the game against the Boston Celtics 105-107. The Timberwolves outpointed the champions 32-23 in the fourth but failed to close the gap, ultimately losing by two. Anthony Edwards scored 28 points for the Timberwolves, hitting a perfect 4/4 from the free-throw line. In the NBA Cup, the Timberwolves are 1-1 in two games, losing to the Portland Trail Blazers and beating the Sacramento Kings. The Timberwolves go into this game on a two-game losing streak but have defeated the Rockets in their last three matchups. Timberwolves beat Rockets 113-106 at the Target Center when they last met in January.

The Rockets top their NBA Cup group following victories over the LA Clippers and the Portland Trail Blazers. After smashing the Trail Blazers 116-88 in the Cup, the Rockets lost to Portland 98-104 the next day in their doubleheader. The lack of consistency in the Rockets' play was evident after a fractious game Saturday night, during which the Rockets played poorly defensively. This was in stark contrast to the NBA Cup the previous night when the Rockets blew away the same team.

Betway has the Minnesota Timberwolves as 1.63 favorites on the money line, with the Houston Rockets priced at 2.23 underdogs. Over 222 is available at 1.851 on 1xBet, which lists the Houston Rockets to clear the +3.5 handicap at 1.93 odds. Anthony Edwards to score over 28.5 points is priced at 1.90 odds on Bet365, with Alperen Sengun at 1.83 to score over 18.5 points. Read more here.