Sun Mar 20, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
109
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 32 | 24 | 28 | 109 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 31 | 28 | 25 | 33 | 117 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Timberwolves edged the Rockets 117-109. Timberwolves controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Timberwolves; the Timberwolves answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. 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.
- Timberwolves · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.