Sat Jan 1, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
109
away
Chemistry
Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
112
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 23 | 28 | 26 | 32 | 109 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 30 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves snuck past the Grizzlies 112-109. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Timberwolves' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Timberwolves answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Timberwolves · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Grizzlies · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Grizzlies · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.