Tue Feb 15, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
106
away
Chemistry
Tense
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
112
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 27 | 18 | 29 | 32 | 106 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 19 | 32 | 35 | 26 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves fended off the Nets 112-106. Timberwolves' defense smothered the Nets all night. The Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Timberwolves' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Nets looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Nets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.