Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
98
away
Chemistry
Hot
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
101
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 24 | 22 | 26 | 26 | 98 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 25 | 26 | 29 | 21 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Raptors survived the Timberwolves 101-98. The Raptors won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Second-chance points piled up for the Raptors; Raptors' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Raptors per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Timberwolves · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.