Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
141
away
Chemistry
Tense
Utah JazzJazz
136
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 31 | 33 | 33 | 27 | 17 | 141 |
| Utah JazzJazz | 25 | 28 | 40 | 31 | 12 | 136 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves upended the Jazz 141-136 in overtime. The breakneck pace played right into Timberwolves' hands. Timberwolves' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Jazz owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Jazz · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Jazz · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.