Wed Mar 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
123
away
Chemistry
Elite
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
125
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 29 | 25 | 33 | 36 | 123 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 29 | 30 | 34 | 32 | 125 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Timberwolves survived the Hornets 125-123. The breakneck pace played right into Timberwolves' hands. Timberwolves' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Timberwolves' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Timberwolves locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.