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Thu Mar 31, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
126
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Chemistry Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
125
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves 35 28 33 30 126
Los Angeles LakersLakers 29 36 31 29 125

After Action Report

In Los Angeles, the Timberwolves snuck past the Lakers 126-125. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Timberwolves' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them.

What tipped it

  • Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • 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.
  • Timberwolves · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.