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Timberwolves vs Cavaliers Final: 118-103 - Recap
Cleveland was victimized for 22 points and 13 rebounds by Gorgui Dieng as the Timberwolves defeated the Cavaliers 118-103 in NBA action on Sunday.
Bettors who backed the Timberwolves were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -6.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 217.5.
Minnesota got 21 points from Shabazz Napier and another 15 points from Robert Covington. Shabazz Napier contributed 7 assists, while Gorgui Dieng cleaned the glass with 13 rebounds.
Cleveland got 28 points from Dante Exum in a losing cause and another 19 points from Collin Sexton. John Henson contributed 3 assists for the Cavaliers, while Ante Zizic had 12 rebounds.
Minnesota led at halftime, 66-48.
Cleveland won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 44-43.
Next game, Minnesota takes its act on the road to face Memphis looking for another win. For Cleveland, they head home to face Detroit.