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Thu Dec 23, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
117
away
Chemistry Hot
San Antonio SpursSpurs
114
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves 32 30 33 22 117
San Antonio SpursSpurs 31 27 27 29 114

After Action Report

The Timberwolves snuck past the Spurs 117-114. Timberwolves controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Timberwolves' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Timberwolves carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Timberwolves · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Timberwolves · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.