Sat Jan 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
111
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
80
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 33 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 111 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 19 | 19 | 24 | 18 | 80 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves buried the Trail Blazers 111-80. Every possession went the Timberwolves way. Timberwolves' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Trail Blazers. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Timberwolves per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Timberwolves · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.