Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
126
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 31 | 36 | 31 | 28 | 126 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 27 | 35 | 21 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves buried the Lakers 126-106. Timberwolves torched the Lakers on the offensive end. The Timberwolves carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Timberwolves bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.