Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
114
away
Chemistry
Tense
New York KnicksKnicks
106
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 29 | 28 | 31 | 26 | 114 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 23 | 25 | 25 | 33 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves held off the Knicks 114-106. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Timberwolves steamroller is in full effect right now. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Timberwolves · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.