Mon Jan 10, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
132
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
131
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 32 | 30 | 30 | 13 | 132 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 32 | 28 | 35 | 24 | 12 | 131 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Lakers snuck past the Timberwolves 132-131 in overtime. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Timberwolves' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.