Thu Nov 11, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
127
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
101
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 29 | 33 | 32 | 33 | 127 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 22 | 32 | 18 | 29 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves blew the doors off the Rockets 127-101. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Timberwolves' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; the Timberwolves carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- 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.