Cavaliers stage comeback against Timberwolves; Meleek Thomas shines in debut
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 4:26 AM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026
The Cleveland Cavaliers secured a comeback win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on October 26, 2026. After trailing by 10 points at halftime, the Cavaliers rallied behind strong performances from Donovan Mitchell and rookie Meleek Thomas, who stood out in his first NBA game. Mitchell contributed 26 points, while Thomas scored 16 points and showcased impressive playmaking. The Cavaliers' ability to adjust and respond in the second half proved critical as they capitalized on defensive lapses from Minnesota.
- •Cavaliers overcome a 10-point halftime deficit to win.
- •Donovan Mitchell leads with 26 points and key late-game scoring.
- •Meleek Thomas scores 16 points in his NBA debut.
- •Evan Mobley contributes 18 points and 10 rebounds.
- •The game featured strategic shifts by Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson.
- 5:19 AMESPN NBA — Cavaliers credit Thomas for sparking OT win over Wolves in NBA debut
- 4:01 AMYahoo Sports — Meleek Thomas sparks Cavaliers’ OT rally win with 16 points in NBA debut
- 3:33 AMYahoo Sports — Player Grades: Cavs vs Wolves – Meleek Thomas makes stellar debut
"CLEVELAND (AP) — Meleek Thomas was confident that his time was going to come after not seeing the floor in the Cleveland Cavaliers' first two games.The rookie guard showed on Monday night that his NBA debut ended up being worth the wait.
"Meleek Thomas' 16 points in 19 minutes helped rally the Cavaliers to a 127-125 overtime win over the Timberwolves in his NBA debut.
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External links- ESPN NBAOct 27, 2026, 5:19 AMCavaliers credit Thomas for sparking OT win over Wolves in NBA debut
Meleek Thomas' 16 points in 19 minutes helped rally the Cavaliers to a 127-125 overtime win over the Timberwolves in his NBA debut.
- Yahoo SportsOct 27, 2026, 4:01 AMMeleek Thomas sparks Cavaliers’ OT rally win with 16 points in NBA debut
CLEVELAND (AP) — Meleek Thomas was confident that his time was going to come after not seeing the floor in the Cleveland Cavaliers' first two games.The rookie guard showed on Monday night that his NBA debut ended up being worth the wait.
- Yahoo SportsOct 27, 2026, 3:33 AMPlayer Grades: Cavs vs Wolves – Meleek Thomas makes stellar debut
Thomas shined in his first NBA game.
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