Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
129
away
Chemistry
Elite
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
128
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 32 | 29 | 35 | 33 | 129 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 26 | 34 | 29 | 39 | 128 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Raptors squeaked past the Timberwolves 129-128. Raptors controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Raptors pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Raptors bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Raptors per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.