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Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
102
away
Chemistry Cold
Los Angeles LakersLakers
121
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves 24 14 25 39 102
Los Angeles LakersLakers 29 29 29 34 121

After Action Report

In Los Angeles, the Lakers pulled away from the Timberwolves 121-102. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Timberwolves couldn't shake the cold spell. The Timberwolves looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Timberwolves utilization choices clashed with the team identity.

What tipped it

  • Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Timberwolves · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
  • Timberwolves · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.