Mon Jan 10, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
119
away
Chemistry
Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
105
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 31 | 28 | 28 | 119 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 25 | 34 | 22 | 24 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Lakers took care of the Timberwolves 119-105. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Lakers' defenders refused to give up clean looks; Timberwolves' balanced five covered every spot on the floor. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Timberwolves · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.