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Cavs need more than a fast start against unbeaten Timberwolves

The Cavs have shown they can build a big lead. Tonight would be a good time to show they know what to do with one. The unbeaten Timberwolves visit Rocket Arena for a 7 p.m. tip, bringing a 3-0 record…

By Sam Amico · Hoopswire

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 7:30 PM

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Sam Amico argues Cleveland must learn to protect big leads against the unbeaten Minnesota Timberwolves.
The Cavaliers enter the matchup with a 1-1 record after blowing large leads in consecutive games.
Minnesota holds a 3-0 record featuring new guard LaMelo Ball, while Anthony Edwards is listed as questionable.

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Sam Amico argues that the Cleveland Cavaliers must focus on maintaining leads rather than just starting fast as they host the 3-0 Minnesota Timberwolves. Cleveland holds a 1-1 record after blowing a 29-point lead against Philadelphia and nearly losing a 22-point advantage in a 125-121 win over Brooklyn.

Amico highlights that Minnesota, led by new point guard LaMelo Ball, presents a tough challenge, though Anthony Edwards is questionable with knee injury maintenance. Cleveland enters with rest and home-court advantages against a Timberwolves squad playing on the second night of a back-to-back.

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