Sun Feb 6, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
97
away
Chemistry
Elite
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
77
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 21 | 26 | 27 | 97 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 18 | 21 | 23 | 15 | 77 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Celtics rolled past the Timberwolves 97-77. The Celtics won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Celtics carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. The Celtics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.