Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
120
away
Chemistry
Tense
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
123
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 33 | 26 | 29 | 32 | 120 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 33 | 29 | 32 | 29 | 123 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves snuck past the Pistons 123-120. 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.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.