Tue Dec 21, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
106
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
108
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 28 | 25 | 25 | 28 | 106 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 23 | 26 | 26 | 33 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers snuck past the Timberwolves 108-106. The Cavaliers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Cavaliers' outside barrage was a constant threat; Timberwolves' balanced five covered every spot on the floor. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.