Rockets struggle in fourth quarter, fall to Timberwolves 117-107
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Last updated Nov 5, 2026
The Houston Rockets lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves 117-107 on November 4, 2026. Houston was outscored by 12 points in the fourth quarter, where LaMelo Ball scored 12 of his 20 points. Despite Fred VanVleet and Kevin Durant leading the team in scoring, the Rockets committed 22 turnovers, which led to 33 points for Minnesota. Coach Ime Udoka utilized various lineups in an effort to improve defensive stops but could not contain the Timberwolves late in the game, playing without star Anthony Edwards.
- •Rockets fall to Timberwolves 117-107 in Houston.
- •LaMelo Ball scored 12 points in the final quarter.
- •Houston committed 22 turnovers, allowing 33 Minnesota points.
- •Kevin Durant led the Rockets with 21 points.
- •Ime Udoka utilized different lineups to seek defensive stops.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — How the Rockets lost their second game of the season: they couldn't stop LaMelo Ball in final quarter
"Houston lost its second game of the season when Minnesota outscored Houston by 12 points in the fourth quarter.
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