In a pivotal Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals, the Denver Nuggets secured a 115-107 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, tying the series at 2-2.
Nikola Jokic led the charge for the Nuggets, scoring 35 points, with 16 of those coming in a dominant fourth quarter display. Aaron Gordon also made a significant contribution, notching 27 points on an impressive 11-for-12 shooting.
Jamal Murray added 19 points for Denver, with 12 of those coming in a crucial third quarter surge. Despite a remarkable 44-point performance from Anthony Edwards of the Timberwolves, shooting 16 for 25 from the floor, Minnesota struggled to contain the Nuggets’ offensive firepower.
The Nuggets capitalized on their momentum from Murray’s buzzer-beating shot in the previous game, maintaining control of the game and preventing the Timberwolves from cutting the deficit to single digits for extended periods.
The Wolves, despite a 42-31 rebounding advantage, failed to capitalize on their opportunities, allowing Denver to dictate the pace of the game for the second consecutive outing in Minnesota.
With the series now tied, the action shifts back to Denver for Game 5 on Tuesday night.
Key contributors for the Timberwolves included Mike Conley with 15 points, Karl-Anthony Towns with 13 points and 12 rebounds, and Rudy Gobert with 11 points and 14 rebounds. However, their efforts were not enough to secure a victory on home court.
Denver’s depth and balanced scoring proved to be decisive, with players like Justin Holiday, Christian Braun, and Reggie Jackson providing crucial support from beyond the arc, combining for 8 for 11 shooting from 3-point range.
The Nuggets’ ability to replicate Minnesota’s defensive intensity and depth on the road proved to be a deciding factor, as they capitalized on scoring opportunities and executed effectively to level the series.
