Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
116
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Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
117
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 26 | 36 | 21 | 33 | 116 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 29 | 27 | 26 | 35 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves survived the Wizards 117-116. Timberwolves controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Timberwolves pushed the pace until the other side broke. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.