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Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
132
away
Chemistry Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
117
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves 37 32 26 37 132
Orlando MagicMagic 22 28 40 27 117

After Action Report

The Timberwolves handled the Magic 132-117. Timberwolves' offense had its way with the Magic. The Timberwolves came in with something to prove after a loss; Magic's outside barrage was a constant threat. The Timberwolves bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Magic utilization choices clashed with the team identity.

What tipped it

  • Magic · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
  • Timberwolves · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.