Thu Feb 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
81
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 34 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 116 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 20 | 16 | 17 | 28 | 81 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves ran roughshod over the Clippers 116-81. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Timberwolves cashed in. The Timberwolves carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Timberwolves' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- 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.