Nikola Jokic‘s third NBA MVP award wasn’t just a symbolic achievement; it was the prelude to a masterful performance on the court. The Denver Nuggets, fueled by Jokic’s 40-point eruption, triumphed over the Minnesota Timberwolves with a resounding 112-97 victory, bringing them within striking distance of the Western Conference finals.

Jokic orchestrated the game with precision, dishing out 13 assists and securing seven rebounds, all while maintaining a pristine turnover record. Alongside him, Aaron Gordon contributed a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds, while Jamal Murray chipped in with 16 points.

Despite the Timberwolves’ efforts to rally, their star player Anthony Edwards encountered a formidable defensive barrier, limiting him to 18 points on 5-of-15 shooting. Karl Anthony-Towns and Rudy Gobert led the charge for Minnesota, scoring 23 and 18 points, respectively.

Source – Jokic shattered Timberwolves, who collapse after leading 2-0 in series and are one loss away from elimination | Marca

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