Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 5
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
130
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 39 | 29 | 32 | 30 | 130 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 34 | 26 | 32 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves handled the Lakers 130-117. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Second-chance points piled up for the Timberwolves; fresh off a statement win, the Timberwolves stayed locked in.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.