Tue Jan 4, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
104
away
Chemistry
Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
122
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 29 | 22 | 30 | 23 | 104 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 31 | 32 | 33 | 26 | 122 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Timberwolves handled the Suns 122-104. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Timberwolves cashed in. Timberwolves' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Timberwolves. The Timberwolves locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Suns utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Timberwolves · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Suns · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Suns · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.