Tue Jan 4, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
103
away
Chemistry
Cold
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
127
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 30 | 36 | 18 | 19 | 103 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 22 | 38 | 42 | 25 | 127 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Timberwolves ran roughshod over the Suns 127-103. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Timberwolves cashed in. The Timberwolves carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Timberwolves' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Tonight's Suns utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.