Tue Dec 14, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
75
away
Chemistry
Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
122
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 21 | 23 | 14 | 17 | 75 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 36 | 28 | 33 | 25 | 122 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Timberwolves buried the Trail Blazers 122-75. The breakneck pace played right into Timberwolves' hands. Fresh off a statement win, the Timberwolves stayed locked in; the Timberwolves pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.