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Cavs narrowly escape Nets collapse, face electric Wolves
27 Oct
Summary
- Cavaliers nearly blew a 16-point lead against the Brooklyn Nets.
- Minnesota Timberwolves boast an electric offense with Anthony Edwards.
- Anthony Edwards may be dealing with a knee injury, favoring it often.
The Cleveland Cavaliers recently experienced a near-collapse, almost squandering a 16-point lead against the Brooklyn Nets due to poor communication and late-game mistakes. This upcoming matchup presents a significant test as the Minnesota Timberwolves, featuring one of the league's most potent offenses, visit Cleveland. The Timberwolves' offensive prowess is largely attributed to their offseason acquisition of LaMelo Ball, who has allowed Anthony Edwards to play more off-ball.
Edwards has been exceptional, averaging 28.7 points per game and shooting an impressive 45% from three-point range on catch-and-shoot opportunities. Defensively, the Cavaliers will face a tougher task than in their game against the 76ers, as guarding Edwards requires significant effort. Despite his scoring, there are concerns about a potential knee injury that has caused Edwards to favor his leg throughout the season.
The game is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. and will be broadcast on DAZN. The Cavaliers are favored at -4.5 points, with an over/under of 233.5 points. A strong prediction leans towards the game exceeding 233.5 points. The Timberwolves have dominated defensively in their three wins this season, often by over 20 points, suggesting they may struggle to come back if they fall behind.
