Sat Jan 15, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
114
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
119
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 29 | 26 | 30 | 29 | 114 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 30 | 32 | 30 | 27 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves survived the Trail Blazers 119-114. The Timberwolves got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Trail Blazers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.