Tue Feb 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
114
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 34 | 31 | 26 | 27 | 118 |
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 32 | 26 | 29 | 27 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves survived the Grizzlies 118-114. Timberwolves controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Timberwolves came in with something to prove after a loss; Timberwolves' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Grizzlies · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Grizzlies · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Grizzlies · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Timberwolves · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.