Thu Feb 17, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
109
away
Chemistry
Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
97
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 34 | 23 | 24 | 28 | 109 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 18 | 24 | 28 | 27 | 97 |
After Action Report
In Minnesota, the Cavaliers outlasted the Timberwolves 109-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Timberwolves' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. Cavaliers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.