Anthony Edwards has 20 points as Minnesota carries a 60-50 advantage into the break.
Minnesota struck first, taking the opening quarter 31-24, then added a 29-26 second to build its 10-point halftime cushion. Anthony Edwards leads the charge with 20 points on 8-of-14 shooting, while Jaden McDaniels has added 11 on 5-of-6 from the field. Cleveland’s Donovan Mitchell has 9 points, but he is 3-of-10 overall despite hitting three of his five attempts from deep; Meleek Thomas has chipped in 10. After the break, watch whether Cleveland can get Mitchell more efficient looks and whether Minnesota’s offense can keep the pressure on.
Key Performers
Anthony Edwards, Minnesota: 20 points, 8-of-14 FG Jaden McDaniels, Minnesota: 11 points, 5-of-6 FG Meleek Thomas, Cleveland: 10 points