Sat Jan 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
119
away
Chemistry
Tense
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
128
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 32 | 33 | 30 | 24 | 119 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 27 | 35 | 36 | 128 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Trail Blazers fended off the Timberwolves 128-119. Trail Blazers' offense had its way with the Timberwolves. Trail Blazers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; fresh off a statement win, the Trail Blazers stayed locked in. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Timberwolves · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.