Thu Mar 31, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
129
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
131
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 34 | 27 | 28 | 40 | 129 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 34 | 32 | 33 | 131 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Timberwolves 131-129. The tempo dragged the Timberwolves into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.
- Timberwolves · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.