Thu Mar 31, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
105
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 30 | 21 | 29 | 25 | 105 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 24 | 26 | 24 | 106 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers squeaked past the Timberwolves 106-105. The Timberwolves couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Lakers. The Lakers played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; the Lakers bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Timberwolves · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.