Mon Nov 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
100
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 38 | 27 | 25 | 28 | 118 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 23 | 21 | 25 | 31 | 100 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Timberwolves pulled away from the Mavericks 118-100. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Timberwolves cashed in. Timberwolves' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; the Timberwolves came in with something to prove after a loss. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- 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.