Timberwolves Close Out Nuggets in Game Six, Advance to Face Spurs
The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Denver Nuggets 110-98 in game six, winning the best-of-seven series 4-2.
First Half Control
The Timberwolves led 57-50 at halftime, setting the stage for a tightly contested second half.
Jokic Pushes Back
Nuggets center Nikola Jokic scored 14 points in the third quarter, making the game close. Jokic finished with 28 points and 10 assists.
Late-Game Tensions
With under 10 minutes remaining, Jokic and Timberwolves' Jaylen Clark pushed each other, leading to technical fouls for both players and for Timberwolves' Naz Reid, who became involved.
Jokic's Frustration Continues
Earlier, Jokic was ejected for instigating a scuffle at the end of game four. After the loss, Jokic said: "I needed to play better. I must play better."
Key Performances & Injury Update
- Timberwolves' Jaden McDaniels scored a career-high 32 points.
- Anthony Edwards may return from injury for Monday's opener against the Spurs.