Rockets Host Wolves, Home Stand Comes to a Close
Primetime. Subbing Stars. Focus In.
The MVP debate continues to get closer, as we focus in towards the end of the season. Anyone who’s followed the Rockets closely this season knows James Harden is the clear-cut player who deserves the award. However, he’s going up against a lot of competition. Voter fatigue. The hate he inspires from others. Despite all of this, Harden continues to play like the NBA’s true MVP. The Beard put up the most versatile stat-line in the league in Houston’s win over Phoenix on Friday. Milwaukee’s “Greek Freak” had 52 points today, although in a loss. Harden is questionable tonight, as he’s dealing with a neck strain.
The Rockets and Timberwolves face off at Toyota Center on Sunday night in Houston. The Wolves won’t be headed to the playoffs, and shouldn’t be a problem for the Rockets. Although this team is better than the Suns team Houston barely beat on Friday night. The Rockets, as a team, need to come with more energy from the opening tip. Luckily for Houston, Chris Paul will be returning. Regardless if Harden plays, Houston should win this game. Minnesota is coming off consecutive losses by 20 points or more. The Rockets will try and add to that streak on Sunday night.
Houston’s 4-game home-stretch comes to an end tonight. The squad will try and put together another winning streak of their own before they hit the road for two games. Karl-Anthony Towns and Andrew Wiggins are still talented players who give defenses trouble. Clint Capela and the Eric Gordon has huge chances to thrive if Harden doesn’t play tonight. The Rockets need to focus in, and if need be, win one without their MVP.
Toyota Center: Houston, Texas
Jersey Colors:
Minnesota Timberwolves (32-37): White
Houston Rockets (43-26): Black
TV: 8 PM CT – ESPN, ATT Sportsnet SW