Malik Beasley's 25 Lead Timberwolves Over Rockets

Timberwolves Top Rockets

Malik Beasley scored 25 points and D'Angelo Russell also had a 25-point night to help power the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 113-104 victory over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night.

Karl-Anthony Towns added 20 points and Anthony Edwards chipped in 16 for the Timberwolves (30-27), who snapped a two-game skid.

Jalen Green led the Rockets (13-44) with 27 points, while Kevin Porter Jr. and Eric Gordon added 19 apiece.

Turning Point

The Timberwolves took control of the game in the third quarter, outscoring the Rockets 34-23 to take a 10-point lead into the fourth.

Minnesota's defense was much better in the second half, holding Houston to just 15 points in the third quarter.

Key Stats

• The Timberwolves shot 48.5% from the field, compared to 42.2% for the Rockets.
• Minnesota outrebounded Houston 50-34.
• The Timberwolves had 21 assists, compared to 14 for the Rockets.

Player of the Game

Malik Beasley was the driving force for the Timberwolves on Wednesday night, scoring 25 points on 10-of-17 shooting from the field.

Beasley also added six rebounds and four assists.

Up Next

The Timberwolves will host the Golden State Warriors on Friday night.

The Rockets will host the Chicago Bulls on Friday night.