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Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Phoenix SunsSuns
118
away
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
125
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 34 | 22 | 29 | 33 | 118 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 40 | 29 | 38 | 18 | 125 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves edged the Suns 125-118. Timberwolves' scorers couldn't be contained. The Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Suns owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.