Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
127
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 30 | 32 | 24 | 32 | 118 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 35 | 25 | 30 | 37 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Magic edged the Timberwolves 127-118. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Magic cashed in. Magic's Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Magic · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Timberwolves · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.