Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
132
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
128
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 40 | 32 | 29 | 31 | 132 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 41 | 29 | 25 | 33 | 128 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves survived the Lakers 132-128. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Timberwolves cashed in. The Timberwolves carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Lakers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.