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Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
131
away
Chemistry Steady
New York KnicksKnicks
95
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves 34 22 42 33 131
New York KnicksKnicks 26 15 39 15 95

After Action Report

The Timberwolves ran roughshod over the Knicks 131-95. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Timberwolves cashed in. The Timberwolves are in a full-on tailspin; Timberwolves' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Tonight's Knicks utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.

What tipped it

  • Knicks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Knicks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Knicks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Timberwolves · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
  • Timberwolves · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.