Thu Mar 31, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
119
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
105
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 34 | 31 | 30 | 24 | 119 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves stunned the Lakers 119-105. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Timberwolves cashed in. The Timberwolves carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.