Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves Game Result
Recap and Highlights of the April 23, 2023 Matchup
Thrilling Finish in Denver
The Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves faced off in a highly anticipated matchup on April 23, 2023. The game lived up to the hype, with both teams battling fiercely throughout the contest. The Nuggets ultimately emerged victorious, securing a 106-99 victory to take a 2-1 lead in the Western Conference semifinals.
The first half was a closely contested affair, with neither team able to gain a significant advantage. The Timberwolves kept pace with the Nuggets, trailing by just two points at halftime. However, the Nuggets seized control in the third quarter, outscoring Minnesota 32-18 to build a 10-point lead heading into the final period.
The Timberwolves fought back valiantly in the fourth quarter, cutting the deficit to just five points with less than four minutes remaining. However, the Nuggets held on tight, with Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray combining for 17 points in the final six minutes to seal the win.
Jokic led the way for the Nuggets with a dominant performance, scoring 30 points, grabbing 20 rebounds, and dishing out 10 assists for a triple-double. Murray added 25 points, while Aaron Gordon contributed 20 off the bench.
For the Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards was the leading scorer with 27 points. D'Angelo Russell chipped in with 21 points, and Karl-Anthony Towns had a double-double with 16 points and 11 rebounds.
The Nuggets now have a 2-1 lead in the series, with Game 4 scheduled for Tuesday, April 25th in Denver. The Timberwolves will need to respond strongly if they want to stay alive in the playoffs.
Upcoming Game: Timberwolves vs Nuggets, Game 5
The next game in the series will be played on Sunday, May 12th at 8 pm CST on TNT. The Timberwolves will be looking to force a Game 6 by winning on the road, while the Nuggets will be aiming to close out the series and advance to the Western Conference Finals.
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