Houston Rockets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves game preview: Start time, how to watch, lineups

With the Houston Rockets having lost their third game of Summer League, their chances of making the playoffs are slim. Only the top four teams have a chance at the title, and it usually takes an undefeated streak to get it. Otherwise, you’re in tiebreaker territory.

Houston’s game tonight in Vegas will likely be their penultimate game, with another guaranteed game coming this weekend.

Tonight’s game will feature two players who are expected to make All-Vegas teams in Reed Sheppard and Terrence Shannon Jr. Both look set to contribute to teams looking to win. Minnesota also made a splash in the first round by trading up to take Rob Dillingham at No. 8. Sheppard and Dillingham were of course teammates at Kentucky last season. Finally, former Rocket Daishen Nix is ​​also with the Wolves.

I have no idea what to expect here. The Rockets could play their best players again, and I’m looking forward to seeing Orlando Robinson play. However, with less than nothing to play for, Houston could decide to let their lesser-known players play tonight to attract attention from other front offices.

Kickoff is scheduled for 10:00 p.m. CT on ESPN