Sat Jan 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
96
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
131
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 29 | 30 | 16 | 21 | 96 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 29 | 23 | 37 | 42 | 131 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Trail Blazers rolled past the Timberwolves 131-96. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Trail Blazers cashed in. The Trail Blazers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Trail Blazers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The second half turned a coin-flip into a runaway.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Timberwolves · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- 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.