Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
102
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
96
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 18 | 28 | 33 | 23 | 102 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 25 | 21 | 25 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves fended off the Lakers 102-96. The Timberwolves won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Second-chance points piled up for the Timberwolves; fresh off a statement win, the Timberwolves stayed locked in. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Timberwolves · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.