Fri Jan 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
127
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Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
128
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 33 | 34 | 27 | 33 | 127 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 28 | 29 | 33 | 38 | 128 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics snuck past the Timberwolves 128-127. The breakneck pace played right into SuperSonics' hands. The SuperSonics pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions. SuperSonics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.