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Thu Dec 23, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
127
away
Chemistry Hot
San Antonio SpursSpurs
123
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves 34 35 32 26 127
San Antonio SpursSpurs 42 25 28 28 123

After Action Report

In San Antonio, the Timberwolves snuck past the Spurs 127-123. The Timberwolves got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Timberwolves ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Timberwolves' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Spurs · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Timberwolves · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.