Sun Mar 6, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
102
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
98
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 30 | 26 | 27 | 19 | 102 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 24 | 15 | 27 | 98 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Timberwolves squeaked past the Celtics 102-98. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Celtics' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.