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Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
128
away
Chemistry Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
129
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Toronto RaptorsRaptors 33 31 31 33 128
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves 31 31 36 31 129

After Action Report

The Timberwolves survived the Raptors 129-128. The breakneck pace played right into Timberwolves' hands. The Timberwolves came in with something to prove after a loss; the Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions.

What tipped it

  • Timberwolves · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Raptors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.