Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 5
Houston RocketsRockets
107
away
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
109
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 27 | 31 | 25 | 107 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 20 | 35 | 22 | 32 | 109 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Timberwolves survived the Rockets 109-107. Timberwolves controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Timberwolves' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.