NBA Best Bets: Timberwolves at Rockets Best Prop Bets for February 21

Category: Sports

Griffin Wong previews the Timberwolves vs. Rockets game, highlighting player prop bets and key matchups, including Thompson's scoring potential and Conley's recent performance amidst injury concerns.

Keywords: Timberwolves, Rockets, NBA

Source: DraftKings Nation

Update At: 2/22/2025

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Jon Jones urges Dana White to remove his only loss from MMA history following a rule change that legalizes downward elbows. Jones was disqualified in 2009 for using illegal '12-6 elbows' against Matt Hamill. The new rule will take effect on November 1, and Jones has not fought since March 2023.

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Claressa Shields wins heavyweight, light-heavyweight belts with second-round knockout

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