Cavs rally for 127-125 overtime victory against Timberwolves
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Last updated Oct 27, 2026

The Cleveland Cavaliers overcame a 15-point deficit to secure a 127-125 overtime victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves on October 26, 2026. Anthony Edwards led all scorers with 47 points for the Timberwolves, helping to force overtime with 11 points in the fourth quarter. Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points and James Harden contributed 22 points, including the game-tying basket with 10 seconds left. The Cavaliers' comeback was significant as they improved their early-season record.
- •Cavaliers erased a 15-point deficit to win in overtime.
- •Anthony Edwards scored 47 points for the Timberwolves.
- •Donovan Mitchell and James Harden contributed 26 and 22 points, respectively.
- •Game featured 11 turnovers from LaMelo Ball, impacting the Timberwolves' performance.
- •Cavaliers improve their record with this comeback victory.
- 4:02 AMYahoo Sports — Diving deeper into Cavs 127-125 overtime win over Timberwolves
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