Thu Feb 17, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
121
away
Chemistry
Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
123
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 31 | 30 | 32 | 28 | 121 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 35 | 24 | 35 | 29 | 123 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Timberwolves squeaked past the Cavaliers 123-121. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Timberwolves answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; second-chance points piled up for the Cavaliers.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.