Tue Dec 14, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
96
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
126
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 25 | 30 | 19 | 22 | 96 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 36 | 34 | 26 | 30 | 126 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves blew the doors off the Trail Blazers 126-96. The Trail Blazers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Timberwolves' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; the Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Timberwolves locker room is humming, and it showed. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.