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NBA Playoffs: Timberwolves Stay Alive with Dominant Win over Nuggets

Battle for Survival

In a thrilling playoff encounter, the Minnesota Timberwolves secured a crucial 115-70 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night. The triumph keeps the Timberwolves' playoff hopes alive, forcing a decisive Game 5.

Edwards and Wolves Take Control

Led by Anthony Edwards' stellar performance, the Timberwolves dominated the game from the start. Edwards' 29 points and 7 rebounds proved too much for the Nuggets to handle. The Wolves' defense also stepped up, holding the Nuggets to a mere 34.9% shooting percentage.

Nuggets Face Uphill Battle

The loss puts the Nuggets in an unfamiliar position, having not faced a series deficit all season. The Nuggets had previously advanced to the Western Conference semifinals after defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves in five games, with Nikola Jokic averaging an impressive 26.2 points and 12.4 rebounds.

Wolves Open Strong in Semifinals

The Timberwolves opened their Western Conference semifinals series with a commanding 2-0 lead over the Denver Nuggets. However, in Game 3, the Nuggets' MVP-caliber player, Nikola Jokic, proved his worth, leading Denver to a 113-108 victory.

MVP Unstoppable, Wolves' Defense Struggles

Jokic's dominance was evident throughout the game, as he put up 30 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 assists. Denver's defense also clamped down on Wolves' All-Star Anthony Edwards, limiting him to just 19 points.

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