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Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
122
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Chemistry Steady
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
132
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Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves 33 30 27 32 122
Philadelphia 76ers76ers 32 33 33 34 132

After Action Report

In Philadelphia, the 76ers outlasted the Timberwolves 132-122. The tempo dragged the Timberwolves into a rhythm they couldn't survive. 76ers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the 76ers.

What tipped it

  • 76ers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • 76ers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • 76ers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
  • 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.