Sat Jan 15, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
93
away
Chemistry
Cold
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
132
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 17 | 32 | 15 | 29 | 93 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 25 | 46 | 36 | 25 | 132 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves ran roughshod over the Trail Blazers 132-93. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Timberwolves cashed in. The Timberwolves sent shots into the fifth row all night; the Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Timberwolves locker room is humming, and it showed. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.