Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
97
away
Chemistry
Tense
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
135
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 17 | 28 | 28 | 24 | 97 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 45 | 33 | 30 | 27 | 135 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Timberwolves rolled past the Raptors 135-97. Timberwolves controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Timberwolves; the Timberwolves pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Raptors looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Raptors · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.