Yao Ming had 30 points and 13 rebounds, as the Houston Rockets, minus Tracy McGrady, rallied to beat the host Minnesota Timberwolves, 93-87.

Rafer Alston had 17 points and five assists and Stromile Swift added 11 points and 10 rebounds for the Rockets, who have won their last three games.

Kevin Garnett had 15 points and 21 rebounds for the Timberwolves. Marcus Banks had 26 points and Mark Blount added 18 points in defeat.