Fri Feb 25, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
135
away
Chemistry
Steady
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
107
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 37 | 32 | 37 | 29 | 135 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 24 | 38 | 22 | 23 | 107 |
After Action Report
In Seattle, the Timberwolves buried the SuperSonics 135-107. Timberwolves controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Timberwolves came in with something to prove after a loss; the Timberwolves pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- SuperSonics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- SuperSonics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Timberwolves · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.