Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
134
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San Antonio SpursSpurs
121
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 36 | 41 | 26 | 31 | 134 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 33 | 32 | 27 | 29 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves outlasted the Spurs 134-121. The breakneck pace played right into Timberwolves' hands. Timberwolves' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; the Spurs owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Spurs · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.