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Thu Mar 31, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
132
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Chemistry Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
113
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves 38 40 26 28 132
Los Angeles LakersLakers 21 33 32 27 113

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Timberwolves handled the Lakers 132-113. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Superstar Stack delivered when it mattered for the Timberwolves; the Timberwolves played with the chip of a recent gutting loss. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Timberwolves · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
  • Timberwolves · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
  • Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.