Sun Mar 20, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
111
away
Chemistry
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Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
112
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 24 | 26 | 29 | 111 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 24 | 27 | 30 | 31 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves snuck past the Rockets 112-111. Timberwolves' scorers couldn't be contained. Timberwolves' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in. The Timberwolves locker room is humming, and it showed. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.