Sun Feb 6, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
101
away
Chemistry
Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
95
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 29 | 28 | 15 | 101 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 15 | 22 | 34 | 24 | 95 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Celtics fended off the Timberwolves 101-95. The Celtics won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Celtics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Celtics' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.