GAME RECAP
Impact player
James Harden, Houston
He had 15 points in the first quarter, eight in the second and 11 in the third. In the fourth, he rested.
By the NUMBERS
2 Consecutive double-doubles for Nemanja Bjelica, who had 11 points and 14 rebounds. He has three double-doubles this season.
6 Rockets players with at least one three-pointer.
129 Points by Houston, matching the season high by a Wolves opponent
Kent Youngblood
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