Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
105
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
68
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 25 | 28 | 18 | 34 | 105 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 10 | 31 | 18 | 9 | 68 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves demolished the Lakers 105-68. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Timberwolves' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone; the Timberwolves carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Timberwolves · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Timberwolves · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.