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Mon Jan 10, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
113
away
Chemistry Tense
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
111
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Los Angeles LakersLakers 24 25 29 35 113
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves 25 27 26 33 111

After Action Report

In Minnesota, the Lakers snuck past the Timberwolves 113-111. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.

What tipped it

  • Timberwolves · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
  • Timberwolves · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.