Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
85
away
Chemistry
Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 7 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 85 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 28 | 26 | 22 | 40 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Timberwolves rolled past the Wizards 116-85. The Wizards had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Timberwolves carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Wizards looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Wizards utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Timberwolves · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Wizards · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Wizards · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Wizards · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.