Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 2:30 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
71
away
Chemistry
Cold
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
128
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 16 | 21 | 18 | 16 | 71 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 32 | 35 | 39 | 22 | 128 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves ran roughshod over the SuperSonics 128-71. The SuperSonics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Timberwolves' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Timberwolves' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Timberwolves locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- SuperSonics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- SuperSonics · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.