Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
125
away
Chemistry
Tense
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
131
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 25 | 42 | 27 | 24 | 7 | 125 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 28 | 30 | 29 | 31 | 13 | 131 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Timberwolves outlasted the Clippers 131-125 in overtime. The tempo dragged the Clippers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Timberwolves couldn't shake the cold spell; Timberwolves' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Clippers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
