Fri Feb 4, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
107
away
Chemistry
Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
118
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 31 | 27 | 24 | 107 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 20 | 29 | 32 | 37 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves downed the Rockets 118-107. The better team simply showed up tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Timberwolves stayed locked in; Timberwolves' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.