Randle scored 28 points as the Timberwolves defeated the Cavaliers 131-122.

January 9th - The Timberwolves defeated the Cavaliers 131-122. In this game, Randle had a well-rounded performance in the paint and at the playmaking end, contributing 28 points, 11 rebounds, and 8 assists; Edwards was equally efficient, scoring 25 points, grabbing 7 rebounds, and dishing out 9 assists, becoming a crucial factor in the team's victory.

At the start of the game, the Timberwolves jumped out to a 17-5 lead thanks to their tough defense and fast breaks . The Cavaliers then not only erased the deficit but also briefly took the lead. In the first quarter, Edwards was on fire, scoring 11 points, and Merrill also added 11. At the end of the first quarter, the Timberwolves held a slight 32-31 lead. In the second quarter, the Cavaliers rallied and extended their lead to 9 points. Although the Timberwolves rallied somewhat later in the quarter, Mitchell and Garland continued to apply pressure in both playmaking and scoring, helping the Cavaliers finish the first half with a 67-63 lead.

After switching sides, Randle scored repeatedly inside to help the Timberwolves quickly tie the game and even extend their lead to 20 points at one point. At the end of the third quarter, the Timberwolves held a clear advantage of 106-89 . In the final quarter, the Cavaliers, led by Merrill, narrowed the gap to 4 points. In the crucial moments, Edwards repeatedly attacked the basket, while DiVincenzo and McDaniels provided outside firepower, widening the gap again. Ultimately, the Timberwolves defeated the Cavaliers 131-122 .

Cavaliers player statistics

Mitchell 30 points, 7 rebounds, 8 assists; Merrill 22 points , 2 rebounds , 3 assists; Mobley 19 points , 4 rebounds, 3 assists; Garland 16 points , 1 rebound , 8 assists ; Hunter 14 points , 8 rebounds , 4 assists; Allen 11 points, 10 rebounds, 1 assist; Porter 4 points , 1 rebound , 2 assists; Tyson 4 points , 5 rebounds, 1 assist; Tomlin 2 points, 1 rebound , 1 assist

Timberwolves player statistics

Randle 28 points, 11 rebounds, 8 assists; McDaniels 26 points, 5 rebounds , 1 assist; Edwards 25 points, 7 rebounds, 9 assists; DiVincenzo 22 points , 1 rebound , 4 assists; Gobert 11 points, 13 rebounds , 3 assists ; Reed 9 points, 6 rebounds , 3 assists; Clark 5 points; Conley 3 points , 1 rebound , 2 assists; Hyland 2 points , 1 rebound , 3 assists