Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
95
away
Chemistry
Tense
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
107
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 26 | 13 | 32 | 24 | 95 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 27 | 25 | 29 | 26 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves took care of the Wizards 107-95. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Timberwolves' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Wizards owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.