NBA · Final/OT

Timberwolves Edge Rockets in Overtime Thriller

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Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 9:42 PM ET · Target Center

Minnesota Timberwolves 110, Houston Rockets 108, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Houston Rockets vs Minnesota Timberwolves?

Minnesota Timberwolves beat Houston Rockets 110-108 at Target Center on March 25, 2026.

Who was favored in Houston Rockets vs Minnesota Timberwolves?

Houston Rockets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Minnesota Timberwolves narrowly defeated the Houston Rockets 110-108 in overtime at the Target Center on March 26, 2026. This victory allowed the Timberwolves to take a 2-1 lead in their season series against the Rockets, which is now tied 1-1 going into this game. Both teams entered the contest with solid records, Minnesota at 45-28 and Houston at 43-29, showcasing their competitiveness in the NBA this season.

The Timberwolves have been inconsistent lately, posting a 5-5 record in their last 10 games. They recently secured a win against the Boston Celtics, triumphing 102-92 on March 23, but prior to that, they suffered a loss to the Portland Trail Blazers at home, 104-108. Over their last five games, Minnesota averaged 114.4 points scored while allowing 106.2 points. At home, they have a record of 3-2 in their last five games, with an average of 114.0 points scored and 114.7 points allowed.

On the other hand, the Rockets have also struggled with a 5-5 record in their last 10 games, losing their most recent outing against the Chicago Bulls, 124-132 on March 24. Houston's last five games have seen them average 114.4 points scored but allow 114.6 points. Notably, the Rockets have not won a game on the road in their last three attempts, but they have been more successful at home with a 5-2 record in their last seven games.

In terms of injuries, the Timberwolves were without Donte DiVincenzo due to an Achilles injury. The Rockets had several players listed as day-to-day, including Kevin Durant (ankle), Fred VanVleet (knee), and Steven Adams (ankle), which could have impacted their performance.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Rockets favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 223.5. The odds reflected the close nature of the matchup, with Minnesota's moneyline at +110 and Houston's at -130.

The game was played under typical conditions for late March, with both teams fighting for playoff positioning. Viewers were treated to a thrilling overtime period, where the scoring plays included a driving dunk by Alperen Sengun and a crucial three-pointer from Mike Conley. The Timberwolves managed to tie the game at 108 with a three-pointer from Donte DiVincenzo before Julius Randle sealed the victory with a pull-up jump shot.

This game highlighted the intensity of the NBA as both teams showcased their talent and determination, making it a must-watch for basketball fans.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HOU -1.5	223.5 o -105 / u -115	Houston Rockets -130 · Minnesota Timberwolves +110

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Injury report

Donte DiVincenzoOutAchillesMinnesota Timberwolves
Kevin DurantDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets
Fred VanVleetDay-To-DayKneeHouston Rockets
Steven AdamsDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets

Leaders

PointsJaden McDaniels25Minnesota Timberwolves
AssistsBones Hyland8Minnesota Timberwolves
ReboundsRudy Gobert14Minnesota Timberwolves
PointsAlperen Sengun30Houston Rockets
AssistsAmen Thompson10Houston Rockets
ReboundsJabari Smith Jr.12Houston Rockets

Recent form

Minnesota Timberwolves

Last 10: 5-5Streak W1114 scored · 114.7 allowed per game3-2 at home

W102-92at Boston CelticsMar 23
L104-108vs Portland Trail BlazersMar 21
W147-111vs Utah JazzMar 19
W116-104vs Phoenix SunsMar 18
L103-116at Oklahoma City ThunderMar 15
W127-117at Golden State WarriorsMar 14
L128-153at LA ClippersMar 12
L106-120at Los Angeles LakersMar 11
L92-119vs Orlando MagicMar 7
W115-107vs Toronto RaptorsMar 6

Houston Rockets

Last 10: 5-5Streak L1111.1 scored · 115 allowed per game0-3 away

L124-132at Chicago BullsMar 24
W123-122vs Miami HeatMar 22
W117-95vs Atlanta HawksMar 21
L116-124vs Los Angeles LakersMar 19
L92-100vs Los Angeles LakersMar 17
W107-105vs New Orleans PelicansMar 14
L93-129at Denver NuggetsMar 12
W113-99vs Toronto RaptorsMar 11
L120-145at San Antonio SpursMar 9
W106-99vs Portland Trail BlazersMar 7

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
San Antonio	-	20	L1	.756	62
Houston	10	30	W1	.634	52
New Orleans	36	56	L2	.317	26
Dallas	36	56	W1	.317	26
Memphis	37	57	L8	.305	25
Oklahoma City	-	18	L2	.780	64
Denver	10	28	W12	.659	54
Minnesota	15	33	W2	.598	49
Portland	22	40	W2	.512	42
Utah	42	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Houston Rockets	Minnesota Timberwolves
Field goals	38-93	45-108
Field goal %	41	42
Three-pointers	9-29	13-37
Three-point %	31	35
Free throws	23-25	7-10
Free throw %	92	70
Rebounds	54	49
Offensive rebounds	17	16
Defensive rebounds	37	33
Assists	26	27
Steals	6	11
Blocks	10	12
Turnovers	20	15
Team turnovers	1	2
Technical fouls	1	1
Technical fouls, total	1	1
Flagrant fouls	0	1
Points off turnovers	26	19
Fast-break points	15	18
Points in the paint	50	62
Fouls	15	23
Largest lead	13	11
Lead changes	8	8
Time in front	9	83

How the scoring went

4th Quarter70-73Amen Thompson makes 1-foot driving dunk
4th Quarter70-75Naz Reid makes 11-foot two point shot (Kyle Anderson assists)
4th Quarter72-75Amen Thompson makes 3-foot layup (Alperen Sengun assists)
4th Quarter73-75Amen Thompson makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter73-78Donte DiVincenzo makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter73-80Julius Randle makes running layup (Mike Conley assists)
4th Quarter76-80Jae'Sean Tate makes 25-foot three point jumper (Amen Thompson assists)
4th Quarter76-82Julius Randle makes running layup
4th Quarter77-82Reed Sheppard makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter78-82Reed Sheppard makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter78-85Jaden McDaniels makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mike Conley assists)
4th Quarter78-87Rudy Gobert makes 1-foot dunk (Julius Randle assists)
4th Quarter78-88Jaden McDaniels makes technical free throw
4th Quarter79-88Jae'Sean Tate makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter80-88Jae'Sean Tate makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter82-88Kevin Durant makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter82-91Jaden McDaniels makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter82-93Jaden McDaniels makes 1-foot running dunk
4th Quarter84-93Alperen Sengun makes driving layup
4th Quarter85-93Alperen Sengun makes free throw flagrant 1 of 2
4th Quarter86-93Alperen Sengun makes free throw flagrant 2 of 2
4th Quarter88-93Alperen Sengun makes 1-foot driving dunk (Kevin Durant assists)
4th Quarter90-93Kevin Durant makes 2-foot driving dunk (Amen Thompson assists)
4th Quarter92-93Kevin Durant makes running dunk
4th Quarter94-93Kevin Durant makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter94-95Julius Randle makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter95-95Kevin Durant makes free throw 1 of 1
OT98-95Reed Sheppard makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kevin Durant assists)
OT100-95Kevin Durant makes 1-foot running dunk (Amen Thompson assists)
OT101-95Kevin Durant makes technical free throw
OT104-95Kevin Durant makes 25-foot three pointer
OT106-95Amen Thompson makes 1-foot running dunk (Reed Sheppard assists)
OT108-95Alperen Sengun makes 2-foot driving dunk (Kevin Durant assists)
OT108-98Mike Conley makes 22-foot three point jumper (Bones Hyland assists)
OT108-100Kyle Anderson makes tip shot
OT108-101Kyle Anderson makes free throw 1 of 1
OT108-103Donte DiVincenzo makes 2-foot layup (Kyle Anderson assists)
OT108-105Julius Randle makes driving layup (Bones Hyland assists)
OT108-108Donte DiVincenzo makes 25-foot three point jumper (Julius Randle assists)
OT108-110Julius Randle makes 9-foot pullup jump shot