Jabari Smith Jr. returns for the Rockets, but the Timberwolves have Anthony Edwards, Mike Conley and Rudy Gobert on the injury report after the All-Star break.
The latest injury update for Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards on Friday against the Houston Rockets.
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On Friday night, the Houston Rockets and Minnesota Timberwolves faced off yet again; two of their first three meetings went down to the wire, and they did not disappoint in the entertainment department in their fourth and final matchup of the season.
Minnesota Timberwolves guards Anthony Edwards and Mike Conley will both play, but center Rudy Gobert has been ruled out for Friday night's game against the Houston Rockets, Timberwolves coach Chris Finch told reporters pregame.
Anthony Edwards leads the Timberwolves against Houston as the two Western Conference rivals return from the All-Star break. See how you can watch the game for free.
Anthony Edwards with 37 Points vs. Houston Rockets. Anthony Edwards with 37 Points vs. Houston Rockets, 02/21/2025. Playlist
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The Minnesota Timberwolves walked away with a stinging defeat on Friday night, losing 121-115 to the Houston Rockets. It was a tough night for the team and its lead star, Anthony Edwards, even though he put up 37 points.
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards drives to the basket as Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green defends during the first quarter at Toyota Center on Friday.