Sat Dec 4, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
96
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
135
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 30 | 24 | 19 | 23 | 96 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 40 | 31 | 36 | 28 | 135 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Clippers rolled past the Timberwolves 135-96. The breakneck pace played right into Clippers' hands. Clippers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; second-chance points piled up for the Timberwolves. Clippers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Timberwolves · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.