Sat Jan 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
109
away
Chemistry
Elite
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
108
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 26 | 26 | 25 | 32 | 109 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 24 | 27 | 34 | 23 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves survived the Trail Blazers 109-108. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Timberwolves carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Timberwolves' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Trail Blazers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- 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.