Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
111
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 30 | 27 | 34 | 27 | 118 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 33 | 24 | 29 | 111 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Timberwolves outlasted the Lakers 118-111. Timberwolves controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Timberwolves came in with something to prove after a loss; the Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.