GAME RECAP
Impact player
Al Jefferson, Bobcats
The former Timberwolf scored 25 points, hitting 12 of 26 shots, and grabbed 16 rebounds.
BY THE NUMBERS
47 Bench points by the Bobcats compared to 32 for the Wolves.
19 Rebound advantage by the Bobcats (54-35).
17 Minutes played by Nikola Pekovic, who left the game in the third quarter (ankle issues).
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