Tue Jan 4, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
74
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
81
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 32 | 15 | 10 | 17 | 74 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 29 | 13 | 20 | 19 | 81 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves edged the Suns 81-74. The Timberwolves won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Timberwolves' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Timberwolves · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Suns · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.