Take a look at NBA.com’s “lead tracker” from the Boston Celtics’ 107-105 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
What sticks out to you?
The title of this one might’ve given it away, but if you pointed to the inverted peaks and valleys, you’ve got the right idea.
Boston’s second half consisted of building leads and then fending off the inevitable responses that the Timberwolves made. Sure, you can complain that they continued to allow the visitors to get back into it, but that’s basketball.