Tue Dec 21, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
129
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 27 | 34 | 31 | 26 | 118 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 28 | 37 | 34 | 30 | 129 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers pulled away from the Timberwolves 129-118. The Cavaliers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Second-chance points piled up for the Cavaliers; shots just aren't falling for the Cavaliers lately. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Timberwolves · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.