Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 5
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
116
away
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
124
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 30 | 32 | 28 | 26 | 116 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 34 | 32 | 29 | 29 | 124 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves edged the Clippers 124-116. Timberwolves' offense had its way with the Clippers. The Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Timberwolves carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Timberwolves locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.