Sat Mar 26, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
93
away
Chemistry
Cold
New Jersey NetsNets
122
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 17 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 93 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 33 | 36 | 27 | 26 | 122 |
After Action Report
In New Jersey, the Nets ran roughshod over the Timberwolves 122-93. The breakneck pace played right into Nets' hands. The Nets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Nets' positional balance gave them a synergy edge. The Timberwolves looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Nets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Nets · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Timberwolves · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Timberwolves · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.