Mon Jan 10, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
99
away
Chemistry
Tense
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 20 | 19 | 23 | 37 | 99 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 22 | 25 | 28 | 23 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Lakers snuck past the Timberwolves 99-98. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Lakers. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.