Fri Jan 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
97
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 20 | 16 | 33 | 30 | 99 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 23 | 32 | 18 | 24 | 97 |
After Action Report
In Seattle, the Timberwolves survived the SuperSonics 99-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Shots just aren't falling for the Timberwolves lately; Timberwolves' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- SuperSonics · 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.
- Timberwolves · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.