Thu Mar 31, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
111
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
104
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 23 | 33 | 33 | 22 | 111 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 27 | 27 | 18 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves outlasted the Lakers 111-104. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Timberwolves answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Lakers. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Timberwolves · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.