Thu Feb 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
105
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 29 | 27 | 25 | 24 | 105 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 26 | 31 | 24 | 17 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves held off the Clippers 105-98. Lineup balance gave the Timberwolves a clear synergy edge. Timberwolves' balanced five covered every spot on the floor; Clippers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. The Timberwolves rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- 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.
- 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.