Minnesota Timberwolves Defeat The Defending Champion Denver Nuggets (110-89)

Minnesota Timberwolves Defeat The Defending Champion Denver Nuggets (110-89)

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by | Nov 2, 2023 | Featured, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

The Minnesota Timberwolves came into this game with a bad taste in their mouths from Atlanta. The Timberwolves blew a 21 point lead in Atlanta and had a tough challenge awaiting them with the Denver Nuggets.

The Timberwolves came out playing with a lot of aggression and they made sure the Nuggets felt them on the defensive end. Tonight was all about the defense as Minnesota was able to force 15 turnovers for (24 points. The one thing that was extremely impressive was the fact that Jaden McDaniels was able to put on a defensive clinic with Jamal Murray. The star player didn’t score until 1:08 was left in the 1st half. Minnesota forced the Nuggets to try and make some tough shots tonight which they weren’t able to make. Nikola Jokic finished with 25 points and 10 rebounds in the game on 11-23 shooting. The Nuggets struggled as a whole especially with the swarming defense from the Timberwolves.

The Timberwolves were able to get some amazing looks tonight inside and out. Anthony Edwards was able to lead the Wolves in scoring with 24 points but he was able to set the tone on the offensive end. When Anthony Edwards is able to get to the rim and get his shots going like he was able to tonight it opens things up for the team. Once Ant got it going they were able to get the ball to Karl-Anthony Towns because of the doubles that Ant forced. KAT finished with 21 points and 8 rebounds but he was pounding in the paint against Jokic. Karl has been aggressive on both ends of the floor and on the boards so far this season which has helped the Timberwolves big time. Rudy Gobert was able to defend at a high level in the paint and Jaden McDaniels has been disrupting the opposing offense.

Naz Reid has been as consistent as you can be so far this season. He came in and was instant offense right away. One thing about Naz Reid is the fact he’s been able to make the best of his opportunities with mismatches. Tonight Naz was able to finish the game with 16 points and and he was able to dominate inside and outside the paint. The Denver Nuggets had no answer for them tonight, especially with the players that came off the second unit.

Minnesota Timberwolves will be getting ready to play the Utah Jazz Saturday at home.

 

 

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Nov 2, 2023 No Comments
Naz Reid Propels Timberwolves To Victory Over Heat (106-90)

Naz Reid Propels Timberwolves To Victory Over Heat (106-90)

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by | Oct 29, 2023 | Featured, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

The Minnesota Timberwolves came to into their home opener after losing to the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night with a chip on the shoulder. One thing About this Timberwolves team is that they were always fight back no matter the situation. This is a young talented to group led by Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Rudy Gobert. If the Timberwolves are going to win, it will need to start with those three in order to be successful this season.

 

 

 

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Tonight the Minnesota Timberwolves went toe to toe with the Miami Heat who were playing without Jimmy Butler. With no Jimmy Butler in the lineup, the Minnesota Timberwolves had to focus on a heavy dose of Tyler, Herro and Bam Adebayo. The game was back-and-forth between both teams as Bam was able to get his offense going in the first half. Tyler Herro was able to get a lot of good looks in the first half as well as the Heat we’re able to keep it close.

The defense of the Timberwolves made it tough on Miami Heat when it came to the second half. All the easy back door cuts and wide-open jumpers that Miami Heat got in the first half were no longer available. The perimeter defense from Anthony Edwards, Naz Reid and the interior defense from Karl-Anthony Towns/Rudy Gobert was too much. When the Minnesota Timberwolves play defense like they did tonight they’re a tough team to beat. Tyler Herro finished with 22 points and Bam Adebayo finished with 19 points on the night.

Both weren’t as effective as they were in the 1st half and struggled late in this one. It could be fatigue from playing a back to back and it could be extended minutes as to why they struggled. But to be honest, the Timberwolves defense was swarming and they didn’t look back once they got a hold of the lead.

tonight was the night that Naz Reid came in and put on a show. He finished with the most points in Minnesota Timberwolves history on a home opener from reserve player with 25 points. It didn’t matter what he was doing. Tonight was just his night he scored inside and outside with ease. Naz Reid is one of the best players in the NBA when it comes to exploiting the mismatches. You could tell the Minnesota Timberwolves trust them, and they want to continue to use them as he looks like the early favorite for the Sixth Man of the Year in the NBA. Naz has been an ultimate teammate and a fan favorite in Minnesota. In his post game, he raved about the support from the fans and how he really appreciates them in the way that he plays you can tell that he does it for the fans and his teammates.

Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns both had dominate nights inside the paint as they were able to both get in double digit rebounds in back to back games. When both of them dominate the paint like they have so far in early season is going to be tough to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves. The interior defense is matching the perimeter defense, as both are being displayed at a high-level with an elite offense as well. Rudy Gobert said it best post game that this Timberwolves team could be the best defensive team in the NBA. Only time will tell, but from the display of defense they put on tonight in the second half against the Miami Heat nothing should be able to get in the way.

Anthony Edwards struggled in this one but that doesn’t mean you can’t bounce back Wednesday night against the Denver Nuggets the defending champions. Edwards was able to get his offense going in that fourth quarter, and that should roll over to the game on Wednesday. The only thing stopping Anthony Edwards is Anthony Edwards. He’s easily a top 10 player in the NBA and he will bounce back just like the All-Star that he is. Look for Anthony hours to be super aggressive on Wednesday night against the Denver Nuggets as he tries to get the Timberwolves to (2-1) on the season.

Oct 29, 2023 No Comments
Timberwolves Win Thriller In Overtime To Send The Series Back To Denver (114-108)

Timberwolves Win Thriller In Overtime To Send The Series Back To Denver (114-108)

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by | Apr 24, 2023 | Featured, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

The Minnesota Timberwolves came into this game with their backs against the wall down 3-0 to the number one seed Denver Nuggets. In a game that they desperately need Minnesota had it’s stars shine the brightest.

 

This was one of the best playoff games I’ve covered in recent memory as both teams were hitting each other with some haymakers like this was the Tank Davis boxing match all over again. The Minnesota Timberwolves made it a mission to be aggressive from the start and they did that by getting Nikola Jokic in foul trouble. But even with foul trouble the Joker still was able to stay in the game and be affective finding his teammates but also creating his own offense in a chance to close out the series. Usually it’s Jamal Murray who’s making the big shots for Denver but tonight it was the 2-time MVP Nikola Jokic who was able to put the team on his back. Murray was hitting some tough shots but his point total didn’t reflect the impact especially when it comes to his teammate Nikola Jokic. This was a back and forth battle as both teams wanted this win badly. The Joker led his team in multiple categories finishing with 43 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists but it wasn’t enough to get the job done in overtime.

 

The Minnesota Timberwolves fought all night long and they were led by Anthony Edwards who was sensational tonight. You can tell Edwards was playing with a different type of confidence and swagger tonight. He was playing like a man that didn’t want to let his teammates down and he didn’t want to get swept. Edwards hit big shot after big shot tonight and was able to will the Timberwolves to the win. Edwards finished with 34 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists tonight. The Timberwolves gave the Minnesota crowd a scare as they were up by 12 with 2 minutes left and the Nuggets forced overtime but that’s where Minnesota shined the most.

 

Nickeil Alexander Walker was the player of the game as he hit two timely 3 pointers and got a charge that cemented the lead for the Timberwolves. NAW was ready for his moment when his number was called and knocked those shots down. The Timberwolves were up by 1 point and got the ball back with less than a minute to go when Anthony “H1M” Edwards showed up with one of the most clutch shots of his career. He hit a huge 3 to give the Timberwolves the 4 point lead as they didn’t look back after that capturing the win. Karl Anthony Towns fouled out but they still made a way to pull out the win in clutch time. Rudy Gobert also pulled in another double double with 14 points and 15 rebounds.

 

The Timberwolves have to take this series a game at a time if they want to make history.

 

 

 

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Apr 24, 2023 No Comments
The Denver Nuggets Hold On To Beat Minnesota Despite Edwards 41 Point Performance (122-113)

The Denver Nuggets Hold On To Beat Minnesota Despite Edwards 41 Point Performance (122-113)

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by | Apr 20, 2023 | Featured, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

The Minnesota Timberwolves came into this game against the Denver Nuggets down 1-0 in the series. Tonight they needed a huge bounce back to regain some confidence and momentum heading back home for Game 3.

 

The Denver Nuggets came out hot and didn’t look back as they had the Minnesota Timberwolves on the heels on both ends. It was Jamal Murray, who took over the game for the Denver Nuggets, and looked exactly how you looked inside the NBA bubble. When Jamal Murray plays like this, with this type of confidence is tough to beat this team, especially with them having the two-time MVP Nikola Jokic right alongside him.

 

Jamal Murray was hitting some tough shots tonight even with a hand in his face as he finished the game with 40 points, 3 rebounds, and 5 assists. He was sensational tonight for the Nuggets and was the main reason they were able to pull this one out. Jokic was special tonight as well because he impacted the game with his rebounding and passing ability. Joker finished with 27 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists. Overall it was a complete team effort from the Nuggets as they were able to win this game with a well balanced attempt but Minnesota found the blueprint in the 3rd quarter for the next game.

 

The Minnesota Timberwolves went on a crazy run as they turned being down by 21 points into a 3 point lead. Anthony Edwards was SPECIAL tonight for the Timberwolves as he kept coming at them and coming all day night long. It didn’t matter who was guarding Edwards tonight as he was on a mission and even though that mission was cut short he showed exactly who he is and why he’s H1M. Edwards was the main player on the Timberwolves who had it going and he brought them back in this game. Even though the comeback was short lived Edwards was able to finish the game with 41 points, 2 rebounds, and 4 assists on the night.

 

The Timberwolves head home for Game 3 on Friday as they will need the crowd and players to be ready to go at a high level in this one.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Apr 20, 2023 No Comments
The Denver Nuggets Take Game 1 Against Minnesota (109-80)

The Denver Nuggets Take Game 1 Against Minnesota (109-80)

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by | Apr 17, 2023 | Featured, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA

The Minnesota Timberwolves came into this game on a positive note after beating Oklahoma City on Friday. They were a lot of players questionable for this game from the Minnesota side but everybody would be playing. Denver came in today’s game, well rested and ready to go waiting on the Minnesota Timberwolves and it showed tonight.

The Denver Nuggets came into this game with a game plan, knowing that Karl-Anthony towns and Rudy Gobert. We’re going to need to step it up on the defensive and offensive end against Nikola Jokic. The Nuggets blitzed the Minnesota Timberwolves early as the game got away from Minnesota from the three-point line. The Timberwolves we’re shooting a lot of threes and when they’re going in it’s all great but when you’re not making them and you’re going to guess the number one seed in the Western Conference it’s tough. Karl-Anthony towns had one of his worst games of the year and one of the most important games of the season but we can’t expect that he’s gonna do that back to back. The Nuggets didn’t do anything special Karl-Anthony towns just wasn’t able to get his game going on both ends of the floor. Kat was making some mistakes that we barely see all year and missed a lot of wide-open shots that he normally would make.

Overall, the Timberwolves just didn’t have it offensively missing shots that they usually make all year long in a hostile environment in Denver. Karl-Anthony towns finished with 11 points,10 rebounds, and 2 assists on the night. Karl-Anthony towns is the head of the snake for the Minnesota Timberwolves so if he’s struggling, it’s gonna be tough for the team to really bounce back when their best player doesn’t have it going. Look for Karl-Anthony towns, to be more aggressive and more certain of in game two of this playoff series against the Denver Nuggets. Anthony Edwards has the steps game up as well to another level. If this Minnesota team is going to make it to the second round. Anthony had 18 points tonight because I had a lot more he just missed a lot of opportunities. There was a playing a game where Minnesota was struggling in transition, because Denver was playing at a faster pace. If the Timberwolves are going to make a splash in the series, they have to make the Denver Nuggets play at their pace not vice versa.

 

Nikola Jokic looks like the reigning MVP any definitely play like it in a short amount of time. Jokic was in foul trouble all night but Jamal Murray had his back having one of his best games of the season at the right time. Jamal Murray had 28 points, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists in this win. It seem like anything that the Denver Nuggets put up today was going in. They had the momentum and you could tell that the Timberwolves weren’t stopping the bleeding in this one. The Timberwolves had the lead early in the 1st quarter and never regained it again.

Apr 17, 2023 No Comments