nba Game Recap
Minnesota Falls 100-98 to Cavaliers - Recap
Minnesota was scorched by Collin Sexton for 26 points as the Cavaliers defeated the Timberwolves 100-98 in NBA action on Monday.
Cleveland won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -3.5-point spread. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 221.5.
Cleveland got 23 points from Jarrett Allen and another 19 points from Darius Garland. Darius Garland contributed 11 assists, while Jarrett Allen cleaned the glass with 18 rebounds.
The Timberwolves got a 18-point performance from D'Angelo Russell, who was supported by 13 points from Anthony Edwards. Jarred Vanderbilt had 4 assists in a losing cause for Minnesota, while Jarred Vanderbilt grabbed 9 rebounds.
Cleveland led at halftime, 52-44.
Cleveland had a 52-45 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Cleveland heads into a battle against the Clippers. Minnesota, meanwhile, will have their next action against San Antonio.