Sun Feb 6, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
90
away
Chemistry
Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
118
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 22 | 19 | 26 | 90 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 20 | 32 | 38 | 28 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves rolled past the Celtics 118-90. Timberwolves torched the Celtics on the offensive end. Timberwolves' outside barrage was a constant threat; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.