The Houston Rockets set a new record against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center on Wednesday. However, they would like it to be erased as soon as possible.
The Rockets lost to the Timberwolves 110–108 in overtime, blowing a 13-point lead in extensions. According to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, citing ESPN, this was the largest lead in overtime in NBA history.
Siegel at the
Julius Randle was the hero for Minnesota, sinking the game-winning jumper with 8.8 seconds remaining. Due to frustration with the officiating, particularly regarding Naz Reed's ejection in overtime, Randle made an offhand comment following their win.
The Timberwolves improved to 45-28, while the Rockets, who are 2-4 in their last six games, fell to 43-29.
Kevin Durant led Houston with 30 points, three rebounds, eight assists and two steals. He had a chance to steal the win for the Rockets when Randle was fouled on a shot attempt with 3.3 seconds remaining. However, Durant missed the first freebie. He was 23 of 23 from the line before him.
He intentionally missed the second, but Houston never got the chance, allowing the Timberwolves to escape with an improbable victory.
Siegel said, "This is going to be the nail in the coffin for the Rockets this season. What a disaster."
This is no time for a recession for the Rockets, as they chase homecourt advantage in the first round of the playoffs.
They will visit the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday.
