Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Mon Jan 10, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
99
away
Chemistry
Tense
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
112
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 24 | 26 | 23 | 99 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 34 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves outlasted the Lakers 112-99. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Fresh off a statement win, the Timberwolves stayed locked in; Timberwolves' outside barrage was a constant threat.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.