Sun Feb 6, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
100
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
114
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 19 | 28 | 30 | 100 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 37 | 26 | 27 | 24 | 114 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Timberwolves pulled away from the Celtics 114-100. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions; shots just aren't falling for the Timberwolves lately. The Timberwolves rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Timberwolves · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.