Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 12:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
89
away
Chemistry
Cold
Sacramento KingsKings
120
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 20 | 27 | 22 | 20 | 89 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 31 | 28 | 33 | 28 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Kings ran roughshod over the Timberwolves 120-89. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Kings' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Kings' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Kings locker room is humming, and it showed. Kings' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Kings · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Timberwolves · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Timberwolves · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.