New York failed to make the most of their chances, coming up short 95-87 against Minnesota in today's contest. "They got a gift, no question in my mind," grumbled New York coach Bob. "We outplayed them today, but just couldn't come up with the big plays when we were threatening to score. I just can't wait until the rematch; we'll show them who's really the best."

Minnesota coach Bob saw things a little differently. "I'm proud of our defensive effort today. They avoided giving up the big plays, and really came through in the key situations. Bob may blame his offense, but they'd have been able to score if they didn't have good opposition."

Minnesota was led by Glover (20 points, 24 boards, 2 assists, 3 blocks), White (33 points, 0 assists), Johnson (8 points, 3 steals). New York was led by Rowe (22 points, 8 boards, 1 assists, 2 blocks), Gause (5 points, 13 boards, 2 assists, a steal, 4 blocks), Brumfield (19 points, 6 boards, 0 assists).

Minnesota are now 1-1 and 1-1 at home. They stay at #4 in the Northwest and hold at #11 overall in the Western Conference. With this loss, New York fall to 1-3. They remain at #4 in the Atlantic and fall to #12 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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