Before Sunday’s game with the Rockets at Target Center, Timbewolves guard Jimmy Butler talked anxiously about his return, certain his team would be in the playoff mix when he returned — either near the end of the regular season or for the playoffs.
We’ll see.
Down 25 points 2 minutes into the second half, the Wolves rallied to within five late, but ultimately fell 129-120 to Houston.
James Harden led all scores with 34 points, one of seven Houston players in double figures. Chris Paul had 18 points and 12 assists. Center Clint Capela had 16 points and 12 rebounds.