Wed Feb 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
95
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
112
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 25 | 18 | 29 | 23 | 95 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 27 | 26 | 28 | 31 | 112 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Timberwolves handled the Suns 112-95. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Timberwolves ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Suns looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Timberwolves · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Suns · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Suns · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.