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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.