Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
111
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
106
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 32 | 29 | 21 | 29 | 111 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 27 | 25 | 26 | 28 | 106 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Timberwolves snuck past the Magic 111-106. The tempo dragged the Magic into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Timberwolves came in with something to prove after a loss. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Magic · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Timberwolves · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.