Tue Dec 21, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
128
away
Chemistry
Cold
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
85
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 36 | 30 | 27 | 35 | 128 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 20 | 20 | 25 | 20 | 85 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Timberwolves buried the Cavaliers 128-85. The Timberwolves got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Timberwolves came in with something to prove after a loss; Timberwolves' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Cavaliers rotation plan worked against them — wrong guys, wrong night. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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 · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.