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Rockets vs Timberwolves Final: 139-109 - Recap

The battle between the Rockets and Timberwolves didn't turn out to be much of a battle at all as Minnesota was handed a 139-109 defeat on Saturday at Toyota Center.

Houston was a favorite by -10.0 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 232.0.

Houston got 32 points from James Harden and another 30 points from Russell Westbrook. Russell Westbrook contributed 10 assists, while Isaiah Hartenstein cleaned the glass with 15 rebounds.

The Timberwolves got a 16-point performance from Josh Okogie, who was supported by 15 points from Jarrett Culver. Josh Okogie had 5 assists in a losing cause for Minnesota, while Jarrett Culver grabbed 8 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Houston were victorious, as the score was 57-41 at the break.

Houston had a 58-44 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Houston heads into a battle against the Grizzlies. Minnesota, meanwhile, will have their next action against Oklahoma City.