Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 7
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
112
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
138
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 24 | 25 | 28 | 35 | 112 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 37 | 35 | 35 | 138 |
After Action Report
The Lakers buried the Timberwolves 138-112. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.
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.