Kuminga, Dosunmu Drive Timberwolves Past Rockets 117-107

Kuminga Leads Late Run

Jonathan Kuminga scored 12 points in the final period, including three three-pointers, to spark a decisive late surge for the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves. The Timberwolves defeated the host Houston Rockets 117-107 on Wednesday, November 4, at Toyota Center in Houston.

The 18,055 fans in attendance witnessed a game where the visitors managed to pull away after a tight first half, capitalizing on Houston's slower finish in the fourth quarter.

Balanced Effort

Ayo Dosunmu was the scoring engine for Minnesota, finishing with 21 points and six assists. He provided a consistent offensive threat throughout the contest. For Houston, Kevin Durant also recorded 21 points, showing his ability to score in multiple ways.

Alperen Sengun anchored the Rockets' offense and defense, contributing 12 rebounds and 10 assists. His playmaking was a key component of Houston's strategy, though it was not enough to overcome the Timberwolves' balanced scoring attack.

Game Flow

The Timberwolves established an early lead, finishing the first quarter ahead 33-30. Houston responded in the second quarter to close the gap, taking a 57-55 lead into the halftime break. The third quarter saw both teams trade baskets, with the score remaining close at the end of the period.

Minnesota entered the final quarter trailing slightly but began the fourth with a momentum shift that they never relinquished.

Final Records

The fourth quarter proved decisive as the Timberwolves outscored the Rockets 35-23. This run allowed Minnesota to secure the 117-107 victory. With the win, the Timberwolves improved their record to 6-3. The Rockets, playing at home, fell to 7-2. The game featured strong performances from both rosters, but Minnesota's ability to sustain pressure in the final minutes sealed the result at Toyota Center.

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