Sun Mar 20, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
113
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 24 | 29 | 31 | 108 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 28 | 28 | 30 | 27 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves squeaked past the Rockets 113-108. The Timberwolves won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Timberwolves' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; the Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Timberwolves rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.