Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 5
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
109
away
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
102
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 26 | 26 | 33 | 24 | 109 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 28 | 25 | 23 | 26 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves edged the Trail Blazers 109-102. Timberwolves controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Trail Blazers; the Trail Blazers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.