Sun Feb 27, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
121
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
119
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 35 | 27 | 30 | 29 | 121 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 28 | 30 | 27 | 34 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves survived the Trail Blazers 121-119. The breakneck pace played right into Timberwolves' hands. The Timberwolves pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Trail Blazers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · 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.