Minnesota Timberwolves @ Houston Rockets: Jan 5, 2027

Updated
Regular Season
Minnesota TimberwolvesTimberwolves
3-2 · Away
8:00 PM ET
Scheduled
Tuesday, January 5, 2027
Houston RocketsRockets
5-0 · Home

Timberwolves vs Rockets tips off at 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT) on Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Toyota Center, Houston. Watch it on NBC and Peacock.

How to Watch Timberwolves vs Rockets: Time, TV & Stream

Date & time
Tuesday, January 5, 20278:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT
Watch on
NBC and Peacock Free over the air
Stream
PeacockAlso on NBA League Pass
Arena
Toyota CenterHouston

Outside the US: NBA League Pass International, no blackouts. Canada: TSN / Sportsnet.

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Injury Report

PlayerTeamPosStatusInjurySince
Alperen SengunRocketsCOutBackOct 27, 2026
Marcus SmartRocketsGOutForearmOct 24, 2026
Steven AdamsRocketsCOutSoleusOct 24, 2026
Anthony EdwardsTimberwolvesGOutKneeOct 27, 2026

Status as of 7:00 PM ET, Oct 28. Teams can change a player's status up to tip-off; check team announcements before the game.

Key Players

Timberwolves

Rockets

Season averages, top three scorers per team.

Timberwolves vs Rockets Preview

The Timberwolves are 3-2 this season and went 3-2 in their last 5 games, while the Rockets are 5-0 this season and went 5-0 in their last 5 games.

The Timberwolves won last season's series 2-1. The Rockets rank 3rd in free throw %, the biggest gap between these teams. Players to watch: Anthony Edwards (33.3 points per game) and Alperen Sengun (24.5 points per game).

Timberwolves vs Rockets Head-to-Head

2026-27 season seriesFirst meeting this season
2025-26 season seriesTimberwolves 2-1

Timberwolves last 5

Rockets last 5

Previous meetings

Timberwolves vs Rockets Season Stats 2026-27

Timberwolves 4 GPRockets 5 GP
121.3#5
Points per game
123.0#4
111.3#12
Opponent points
108.8#8
46.0%#12
Field goal %
51.4%#2
36.8%#9
Three-point %
40.4%#1
63.0%#30
Free throw %
84.7%#3
51.8#1
Rebounds
45.0#12
27.5#7
Assists
28.0#6
8.3#19
Steals
10.2#5
3.8#25
Blocks
6.2#6
14.5#10
Turnovers
15.8#19

Regular-season averages; rank of 30 teams.

Standings Context

Western Conference

#TeamW-LGB
1Rockets5-0–
2Grizzlies4-00.5
3Trail Blazers3-01.0
4Lakers4-11.0
5Thunder4-11.0
6Timberwolves3-22.0
7Spurs3-22.0
8Mavericks3-22.0

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This Timberwolves vs Rockets page updates on its own: live score during the game, box score and recap minutes after the final buzzer. Next: Timberwolves visit the Raptors Jan 7; Rockets host the Grizzlies Jan 7.

Timberwolves vs Rockets FAQs

What time does Timberwolves vs Rockets start?

The Minnesota Timberwolves play the Houston Rockets on Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Toyota Center in Houston. Tip-off is 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT).

What channel is Timberwolves vs Rockets on?

Timberwolves vs Rockets airs nationally on NBC and Peacock. Stream it on Peacock.

What are the Timberwolves and Rockets records?

Going into this game the Timberwolves were 3-2 and the Rockets were 5-0 this season.

Who is injured for Timberwolves vs Rockets?

As of 7:00 PM ET, Oct 28: Alperen Sengun (Rockets, out, back); Marcus Smart (Rockets, out, forearm); Steven Adams (Rockets, out, soleus); Anthony Edwards (Timberwolves, out, knee); Donte DiVincenzo (Timberwolves, out, achilles).

How did Timberwolves vs Rockets go last season?

The Timberwolves won the regular-season series 2-1 in 2025-26.

Who won the last Timberwolves vs Rockets game?

The Timberwolves beat the Rockets 136-132 on Apr 10, 2026 on the road.

Where is Timberwolves vs Rockets being played?

At Toyota Center in Houston, the home arena of the Houston Rockets.

Can I watch Timberwolves vs Rockets for free?

Yes. NBC and Peacock games air free over the air on NBC with an antenna, and stream on Peacock with a subscription.