Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
119
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San Antonio SpursSpurs
117
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 36 | 25 | 31 | 27 | 119 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 29 | 25 | 33 | 30 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves squeaked past the Spurs 119-117. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Timberwolves cashed in. Timberwolves' outside barrage was a constant threat; second-chance points piled up for the Spurs. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Spurs · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.