Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
89
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Washington WizardsWizards
110
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 20 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 89 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 23 | 26 | 33 | 28 | 110 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Wizards rolled past the Timberwolves 110-89. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Wizards owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Wizards carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. Early returns: the Wizards per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Timberwolves · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.