Thu Feb 17, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
123
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
113
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 33 | 31 | 26 | 33 | 123 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 31 | 31 | 26 | 25 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers pulled away from the Timberwolves 123-113. The breakneck pace played right into Cavaliers' hands. The Cavaliers pushed the pace until the other side broke; Timberwolves' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Timberwolves · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.