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Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 2:30 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
114
away
Chemistry Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
113
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics 30 33 20 31 114
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves 27 28 30 28 113

After Action Report

In Minnesota, the SuperSonics survived the Timberwolves 114-113. SuperSonics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The SuperSonics carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; SuperSonics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the SuperSonics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Timberwolves · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
  • Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • SuperSonics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.