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Timberwolves vs. Rockets: How to Watch, Game Preview, Betting Odds

The Houston Rockets are hosting the Minnesota Timberwolves. Here is everything you need to know.
Jeremy Brener|
Feb 6, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) and Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) compete for a rebound during the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
Feb 6, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) and Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) compete for a rebound during the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images | Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets begin their second half as they host Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves.

The Wolves have walked away with wins in the last two meetings, but the Rockets are trying to even the season series with a victory tonight at home.

A win tonight would get the Rockets back on track and keep them at pace with the top teams in the Western Conference.

Here's everything you need to know ahead of tonight's game.

Timberwolves vs. Rockets Information

  • Date: Friday, Feb. 21
  • Time: 8:30 p.m. CT
  • Location: Toyota Center, Houston, TX
  • TV: ESPN, ESPN+
  • Betting Odds: Check out SI Sportsbook

Timberwolves vs. Rockets Injury Report

Houston Rockets

  • PF Jabari Smith Jr. (QUESTIONABLE - broken hand)
  • PG Fred VanVleet (QUESTIONABLE - ankle)

Minnesota Timberwolves

  • SG Donte DiVincenzo (OUT - toe)
  • PF Julius Randle (OUT - groin)
  • PG Mike Conley (QUESTIONABLE - finger)
  • C Rudy Gobert (QUESTIONABLE - back)

Timberwolves vs. Rockets Projected Starting Lineups

Minnesota Timberwolves

  • PG Nickeil Alexander-Walker
  • SG Anthony Edwards
  • SF Jaden McDaniels
  • PF Jaylen Clark
  • C Naz Reid

Houston Rockets

  • PG Amen Thompson
  • SG Jalen Green
  • SF Dillon Brooks
  • PF Tari Eason
  • C Alperen Sengun

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Jeremy Brener
JEREMY BRENER

Jeremy Brener is an editor, writer and social media manager for several On SI sites. His work has also been featured in 247 Sports and SB Nation as a writer and podcaster. Brener grew up in Houston, going to Astros, Rockets and Texans games as a kid and resides in Central Florida. He graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism minoring in Sport Business Management. Brener can be followed on Twitter @JeremyBrener.

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