Sat Jan 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
105
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
103
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 25 | 31 | 25 | 24 | 105 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 25 | 24 | 27 | 27 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves squeaked past the Trail Blazers 105-103. Timberwolves' offense had its way with the Trail Blazers. The Timberwolves couldn't shake the cold spell; Timberwolves' defenders refused to give up clean looks.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Trail Blazers · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Trail Blazers · 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.