Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Tue Feb 15, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
125
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
112
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 31 | 37 | 26 | 31 | 125 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 35 | 26 | 23 | 28 | 112 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Nets downed the Timberwolves 125-112. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Nets cashed in. The Nets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Nets' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Nets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Nets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Nets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.