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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.