Mon Jan 10, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
95
away
Chemistry
Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
118
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 22 | 28 | 22 | 95 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 26 | 37 | 26 | 29 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves demolished the Lakers 118-95. The Timberwolves got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Timberwolves came in with something to prove after a loss; the Timberwolves bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Timberwolves locker room is humming, and it showed. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · 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.
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.