Cavaliers rally from 15 down to defeat Timberwolves in overtime
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 10:06 AM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026

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.
- •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
- 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — Cavaliers look to soccer as they try to kick the habit of blowing big leads
"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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