Thu Dec 23, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
111
away
Chemistry
Steady
San Antonio SpursSpurs
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 24 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 111 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 20 | 34 | 34 | 29 | 117 |
After Action Report
In San Antonio, the Spurs fended off the Timberwolves 117-111. Spurs controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Spurs came in with something to prove after a loss; Spurs' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Timberwolves · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.