Cleveland and Minnesota Meet in Non-Conference Showdown
Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley have powered Cleveland’s strong start, while Minnesota arrives with a 2-0 record and key injuries.
- On Monday at 7 p.m., the Cleveland Cavaliers host the Minnesota Timberwolves in an out-of-conference matchup, with the Timberwolves entering undefeated at 2-0 and the Cavaliers at 1-1.
- Following Saturday's 125-121 home victory over the Brooklyn Nets, the Cavaliers held a lead after the first quarter as Donovan Mitchell scored 22 points.
- Minnesota arrives after a 117-94 win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday, marking the team's 11th consecutive home opener victory. Edwards scored 26 points and Gobert led all players with 13 rebounds.
- Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson said "part of this is we're not in elite condition right now," while Minnesota coach Chris Finch praised the team for "getting out and contesting" on defense.
- Cleveland faces the contest without Tomlin and Khalifa Diop, both sidelined with injuries, while the Timberwolves will be missing Donte DiVincenzo due to an Achilles injury.
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