Mon Jan 10, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
118
away
Chemistry
Tense
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 12 | 118 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 30 | 20 | 30 | 26 | 11 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Lakers squeaked past the Timberwolves 118-117 in overtime. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.