Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
87
away
Chemistry
Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
135
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 21 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 87 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 42 | 24 | 37 | 32 | 135 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Timberwolves rolled past the Pistons 135-87. The Pistons had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Timberwolves' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Tonight's Pistons utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Timberwolves · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.