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Rockets vs. Timberwolves prediction: Houston to win, Kevin Durant projected for big game in Wednesday's NBA matchup [3/25/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Houston Rockets vs Minnesota Timberwolves predictions for NBA Wednesday.
The Minnesota Timberwolves will take on the Houston Rockets in NBA action at Target Center on Wednesday, beginning at 9:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury updates, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Rockets as the most likely winner of the Rockets vs. Timberwolves game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Timberwolves lineup will feature stars like Julius Randle, Bones Hyland and Jaden McDaniels, while the Rockets will be led by Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson.
This article offers further insights into Wednesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Rockets vs. Wolves prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NBA game between the Rockets and Timberwolves, forming part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Rockets a 59% chance of beating the Timberwolves. Our predicted final score has the Rockets winning 113-110.
According to our model, the Rockets (-1.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the 217.5-point over/under has a 57% chance of going over.
Rockets vs. Timberwolves odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Rockets | Timberwolves |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -1.5 (+104) | +1.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | -110 | +110 |
| Total | o217.5 (-110) | u217.5 (-120) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Rockets vs. Timberwolves picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Rockets -1.5 | +104 |
| Moneyline | Rockets | -110 |
| Total | Over 217.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Wednesday, the top play to make on this game is Rockets to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Rockets vs. Timberwolves player props
Looking for Houston vs. Minnesota NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Target Center.
Kevin Durant is expected to lead the Rockets with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists, while Julius Randle is projected to have 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the Timberwolves.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Rockets prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Rockets are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Durant | 27 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 46 |
| Alperen Sengun | 20 | 9 | 6 | 1 | 46 |
| Amen Thompson | 19 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 41 |
| Reed Sheppard | 16 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 34 |
| Jabari Smith | 15 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 30 |
Timberwolves prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Timberwolves:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julius Randle | 21 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 40 |
| Bones Hyland | 16 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 30 |
| Jaden McDaniels | 15 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 30 |
| Naz Reid | 13 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 31 |
| D. DiVincenzo | 12 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 30 |
Rockets vs. Wolves game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's action between the Timberwolves and Rockets at Target Center is scheduled to begin at 9:30 PM ET.
- Who: Houston Rockets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
- Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026
- Time: 9:30 PM ET/6:30PM PT
- Venue: Target Center
Conclusion
We predict the Rockets, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Timberwolves on Wednesday, with Kevin Durant projected for a game-high 46 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Rockets vs. Timberwolves insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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