Cavaliers rally from 15 down to defeat Timberwolves in overtime

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Last updated Oct 27, 2026

Cavaliers rally from 15 down to defeat Timberwolves in overtime
Summary

The Cavaliers overcame a 15-point deficit to secure a 127-125 overtime win against the Timberwolves on October 26. This season, the Cavaliers have struggled with maintaining leads, having previously lost a 29-point advantage against the 76ers and nearly squandered a 22-point lead against the Nets. Coach Kenny Atkinson highlighted the need for a more aggressive approach, utilizing a soccer analogy to stress the importance of maintaining momentum and attacking rather than becoming passive. All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell noted the psychological challenges that players face when holding leads.

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  • •Cavs improve to 2-1; Timberwolves fall to 3-1 this season
  • •Cavs blew a 29-point lead in previous game against the 76ers
  • •Atkinson used Argentina's soccer strategy to illustrate his point
  • •Mitchell emphasizes the mental aspect of maintaining leads
  • •Cavs face continued scrutiny over their late-game performance
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The Cavaliers reversed roles by overcoming a 15-point deficit in an overtime win vs. the Timberwolves. But wasting leads remains a focus for the Cavs.

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