Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
82
away
Chemistry
Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
122
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 28 | 15 | 17 | 22 | 82 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 34 | 25 | 28 | 35 | 122 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Timberwolves buried the Clippers 122-82. The Timberwolves got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Timberwolves' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; fresh off a statement win, the Timberwolves stayed locked in. The Timberwolves locker room is humming, and it showed. The Timberwolves rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Timberwolves · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Clippers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.