Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves: Game 6 Recap
Timberwolves Force Game 7 with Playoff-Elimination Win
Minnesota's Commanding Performance Secures Series Tie
The Minnesota Timberwolves staged a remarkable comeback on May 14, 2024, defeating the Denver Nuggets 112-97 in Game 6 to force a Game 7. The win prevented the Timberwolves' elimination from the NBA playoffs and kept their series hopes alive.
The Timberwolves dominated the game from the outset, opening up a commanding 2-0 series lead. Anthony Edwards led the charge for Minnesota, scoring 29 points and pulling down 11 rebounds. D'Angelo Russell added 25 points, while Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 19 points and 10 rebounds.
Despite Nikola Jokic's impressive performance for the Nuggets, scoring 40 points and dishing out 13 assists, Denver struggled to match the Timberwolves' intensity. The Nuggets shot just 42.8% from the field and were outrebounded by Minnesota 52-42.
The victory marked a significant moment for the Timberwolves franchise. It was their first playoff win since 2018 and ensured that the series would be decided in a thrilling Game 7.
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