Sat Jan 1, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
121
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 29 | 34 | 24 | 33 | 120 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 35 | 24 | 26 | 36 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves squeaked past the Grizzlies 121-120. The breakneck pace played right into Timberwolves' hands. The Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Timberwolves pushed the pace until the other side broke. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Grizzlies · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.