The Houston Rockets reportedly could be key players leading up to Thursday's NBA trade deadline even if they don't land a big-name player. According to

The Rockets, currently the No. 2 seed in the West, are relatively content with their roster and unlikely to get involved in the De'Aaron Fox sweepstakes.

Another NBA trade deadline comes and goes, but this year's was perhaps the most chaotic in the history of the league. With a plethora of All-Stars and veterans moved this year, it seemed like no one was safe from being moved.

Edwards scored more than 40 points for the second straight night, finding an energy boost from Houston's chippy, chirpy ways.

Houston Rockets guard Dillon Brooks is renowned as one of the NBA’s best defenders and leading trash talkers. The latter didn’t help Houston’s top stopper Thursday night. The Rockets blew a six-point fourth-quarter lead and allowed 35 fourth-quarter points in Thursday’s 127-114 loss at the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Sports bettors are already familiar with staying nimble, adjusting to injuries and trade rumors. Additionally, NBA oddsmakers are on high alert for any trades that finalize before Thursday’s deadline. But handicapping also entails adjusting to the constantly evolving path of a player and team. A player’s performance is not always predictive.

Analyzing Thursday’s Houston Rockets at Minnesota Timberwolves odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.