On March 25, 2026, the Minnesota Timberwolves faced off against the Houston Rockets in Minneapolis. As the game progressed, the Timberwolves found themselves in a challenging position, trailing by 13 points as they entered overtime.
In a dramatic turn of events, the Timberwolves managed to overcome this deficit, marking the largest overtime comeback in NBA history since the league began logging play-by-play details in the 1997-98 season. The Timberwolves executed a stunning game-closing 15-0 run in overtime, ultimately sealing the game with a final score of 110-108.
Despite being without five of their top seven players, the Timberwolves showcased resilience and determination. Jaden McDaniels emerged as a key player, scoring 25 points, while the Rockets’ Alperen Sengun and Kevin Durant each contributed 30 points to their team’s efforts.
The Rockets had initially forced overtime with a 13-2 run after trailing by 11 points with just 3:47 left in regulation. However, a missed free throw by Kevin Durant with 3.3 seconds remaining proved crucial, as it allowed the Timberwolves to secure the victory.
Chris Finch, the Timberwolves’ coach, praised his team’s tenacity, stating, “They fought through a ton of adversity. We should’ve won that game in regulation. We deserved to win that game. We were the better team all night, and we gave them a chance to steal it from us, but we stole it right back.”
Rudy Gobert echoed similar sentiments, expressing pride in the team’s refusal to quit despite numerous opportunities to become frustrated. He remarked, “I’m so proud that we didn’t quit. We had a lot of opportunities to get very frustrated tonight.”
As a result of this victory, the Timberwolves improved their record to 45-28, while the Rockets fell to 43-29. This win also evened the season series between the two teams at one win each, setting the stage for their next encounter on April 10.
Kevin Durant reflected on the loss, admitting, “I really believe we lost because I missed that free throw and I turned it over six times.” His frustration was palpable as he questioned, “What just happened?” after the game.
This matchup not only highlighted the Timberwolves’ ability to rise to the occasion under pressure but also underscored the ongoing challenges faced by both teams throughout the season, particularly with injuries affecting key players.
As the season progresses, the implications of this game will resonate, influencing the playoff standings and the confidence of both teams as they prepare for their next showdown.