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Thu Feb 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
128
away
Chemistry Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
126
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 OT FINAL
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves 26 33 24 29 16 128
Los Angeles ClippersClippers 40 19 29 24 14 126

After Action Report

The Timberwolves survived the Clippers 128-126 in overtime. The Timberwolves got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Timberwolves ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Timberwolves pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Clippers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Clippers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • 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.