Playoffs · Round 3 · Game 1
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
115
away
Dallas MavericksMavs
97
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 30 | 27 | 31 | 27 | 115 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 26 | 30 | 27 | 14 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves pulled away from the Mavericks 115-97. The Mavericks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Timberwolves ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.