Cavaliers Rally From 15-Point Deficit to Beat Timberwolves in Overtime
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers came back from a 15-point deficit to defeat the Minnesota Timberwolves 127-125 in overtime, handing the Timberwolves their first loss of the season. Donovan Mitchell hit the go-ahead shot in overtime, while Anthony Edwards led the…
Fargo Valley City, ND, October 26, 2026 —
The Cleveland Cavaliers overcame a 15-point deficit to defeat the Minnesota Timberwolves 127-125 in overtime, giving Minnesota its first loss of the season. Donovan Mitchell made the go-ahead shot in overtime, while Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards finished with 47 points.
The Cavaliers’ comeback turned a game in which they had fallen behind by 15 points into a two-point victory. The teams remained separated by just two points at the end of overtime, according to the available account. Further details about when Cleveland erased the deficit or how the lead changed during the game were not provided.
Edwards was Minnesota’s leading scorer, but he missed a potential game-tying shot late. The account does not specify the shot’s distance or the precise moment it was attempted. Mitchell’s go-ahead basket supplied the decisive late score for Cleveland, though details about the possession were not provided.
The result marked the Timberwolves’ first loss of the season. The available information does not include the game date, venue, other players’ statistics, or the teams’ records after the matchup. It also does not provide further detail about the scoring sequence in regulation or overtime.
The final score, the 15-point comeback, Mitchell’s go-ahead shot and Edwards’ 47-point performance are the reported details of the game. No additional comments from players or coaches were included in the account.
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