Thu Dec 23, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
101
away
Chemistry
Tense
San Antonio SpursSpurs
108
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 34 | 20 | 22 | 25 | 101 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 25 | 27 | 33 | 23 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Spurs outlasted the Timberwolves 108-101. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Spurs owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Spurs came in with something to prove after a loss. The Spurs rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Spurs · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Timberwolves · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.