GAME RECAP
IMPACT PLAYER
Derrick Rose, Timberwolves
Rose led the Wolves with 20 points on 6-for-14 shooting and helped them take command of the game in the second quarter. He was 8-for-8 from the free-throw line.
By the numbers
18 First-quarter points for Damyean Dotson.
19 Points for Taj Gibson, a season high.
23 Luol Deng’s plus-minus rating.
CHRIS HINE
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