Mon Jan 10, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
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Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
130
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 32 | 30 | 29 | 117 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 31 | 33 | 34 | 32 | 130 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Timberwolves pulled away from the Lakers 130-117. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Timberwolves' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Timberwolves answered the bell with a bounce-back effort.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Timberwolves · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.