Sun Feb 27, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
112
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 29 | 34 | 28 | 27 | 118 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 24 | 28 | 28 | 32 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves edged the Trail Blazers 118-112. The tempo dragged the Trail Blazers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Timberwolves played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Timberwolves' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Timberwolves rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Timberwolves · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.