Sun Feb 6, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
105
away
Chemistry
Elite
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 22 | 23 | 37 | 23 | 105 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 20 | 28 | 32 | 29 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves squeaked past the Celtics 109-105. The Timberwolves got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Timberwolves' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.