Thompson's 41 points weren't enough to secure a Timberwolves 136-132 victory over the Rockets.

April 11th - The Timberwolves narrowly defeated the Rockets 136-132. Shannon scored 23 points and 1 assist, while Edwards added 22 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 assists. For the Rockets, Thompson contributed 41 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists; Durant scored 33 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists.

In the first quarter, the Rockets kept the score close thanks to the inside-outside combination of Durant and Shen Jing. Timberwolves substitute Shannon entered the game and hit consecutive three-pointers, helping his team take the initiative. At the end of the first quarter, the Timberwolves led 37-36. In the second quarter, Shen Jing continued to dominate inside, leading the Rockets to a brief lead. The Timberwolves, however, relied on teamwork to keep the score close. At halftime, the Rockets led 73-69.

After switching sides, the Rockets extended their lead to double digits. However, Edwards stepped up and scored consecutive points, while Conley hit a crucial three-pointer to take the lead. At the end of the third quarter, the Rockets still led 106-103 . In the final quarter, DiVincenzo and Shannon combined to help the Timberwolves widen the gap. Although Durant and Thompson continued to close the gap for the Rockets, Edwards hit a crucial three-pointer to stabilize the situation. Ultimately, the Timberwolves narrowly defeated the Rockets 136-132 .

Timberwolves player statistics

Shannon 23 points, 1 assist; Edwards 22 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists; DiVincenzo 18 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists; Anderson 17 points, 6 rebounds, 9 assists; McDaniels 16 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists; Dossem 15 points, 4 assists; Beirange 14 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist; Conley 9 points, 1 rebound, 4 assists.

Rockets player statistics

Thompson 41 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists; Durant 33 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists; Shen Jing 22 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists; Smith 16 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists; Sheppard 12 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists; Capela 4 points, 1 rebound; Okogie 2 points, 1 rebound, 2 assists; Tate 2 points, 4 rebounds; Ethan 1 rebound.

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