Sun Mar 6, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 23 | 28 | 29 | 17 | 97 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 24 | 24 | 32 | 109 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics downed the Timberwolves 109-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Timberwolves looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger.
What tipped it
- Celtics · 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 · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Timberwolves · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.