Sat Nov 20, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
120
away
Chemistry
Tense
New Orleans HornetsHornets
97
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 35 | 27 | 30 | 28 | 120 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 28 | 29 | 22 | 18 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves ran roughshod over the Hornets 120-97. The Timberwolves got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Timberwolves ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.