Mon Jan 10, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
115
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 20 | 25 | 27 | 33 | 15 | 120 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 26 | 28 | 25 | 26 | 10 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Lakers survived the Timberwolves 120-115 in overtime. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; second-chance points piled up for the Timberwolves. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Timberwolves · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.