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The Denver Nuggets head to the Twin Cities for Game 3 of their first-round series vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves, having the action tied up at 1-1 after letting go of a 19-point lead in their previous outing, and look to flip the script on Thursday night for a leg up in homecourt advantage once again.

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Nikola Jokic Extension Talks On Hold As Agent Explains Situation

As the Denver Nuggets fight for their season, uncertainty lingers around Nikola Jokic’s future. With just two years and $121 million dollars left on his deal (including a $62.8 million player option in 2027-28), he’s up for an extension this summer that would ensure he remains one of the NBA’s highest-paid players for years to come.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 22

Tensions rise between Nuggets, Timberwolves ahead of Game 3

The war of words is picking up between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Denver Nuggets. The battle on the court should be even better. The Timberwolves and Nuggets will resume their high-stakes rivalry when the teams tip off in Game 3 of the Western Conference first-round playoff matchup Thursday night in Minneapolis.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 22

Nuggets’ David Adelman gives snarky response to Jaden McDaniels’ comments

The Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves’ playoff rivalry took another turn Wednesday as first-year head coach David Adelman fired back at Jaden McDaniels and his postgame comments.

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Aaron Gordon News / Denver Nuggets on SI / April 22

Nuggets Downgrade Aaron Gordon's Status for Game 3 vs. Timberwolves

The Denver Nuggets have already been shorthanded in Game 1 and Game 2 against the Minnesota Timberwolves, with standout wing Peyton Watson sidelined, and now the team is dealing with another key injury.

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / April 22

Was Nuggets' Tim Hardaway Jr. Overlooked for Sixth Man of the Year?

Leading up to the Denver Nuggets' Game 3 matchup in their first round series vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves, it was announced that guard Tim Hardaway Jr.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 22

Nuggets’ Cam Johnson fires back at Jaden McDaniels’ ‘bad defender’ comments

Every time the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves get together, there’s a chance that the matchup could turn out to be must-watch television. That’s how it’s been for the first two games of their first-round series, and it’s only going to get better as they head to Minnesota.

Jaden McDaniels News / Larry Brown Sports / April 22

Nuggets coach throws shade at Jaden McDaniels

Denver Nuggets coach David Adelman had some fun with comments made by Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels following Game 2 of their Western Conference first round series.

Peyton Watson News / Denver Nuggets on SI / April 22

Peyton Watson's Status Looking Bleak for Nuggets-Wolves Series

While David Adelman had initially hoped for Peyton Watson to return at the beginning of the Denver Nuggets' first-round matchup vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves, his chances of getting back in time before the series is over are dwindling more by the day.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / April 22

Tim Hardaway Jr. Said Something Interesting After Nuggets-Wolves Game 2

The Denver Nuggets came up short in their efforts to extend their first-round lead 2-0 over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 2, 115-119, which leaves them traveling on the road with ground to make up to retain their homecourt advantage, now evaporated after just two showings.

Peyton Watson News / Denver Nuggets on SI / April 22

One Player Could Completely Shift Nuggets vs. Timberwolves Series

After dealing with a plethora of injuries throughout their 2025-26 regular season, the Denver Nuggets were hoping to have better luck in the playoffs. Unfortunately, through their first two games of the postseason, they have still been shorthanded.

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Nikola Jokic News / Denver Nuggets on SI / April 22

Nikola Jokic Faces Major Question Heading Into Game 3 vs. Timberwolves

The Denver Nuggets dropped Game 2 to the Minnesota Timberwolves, evening the series 1-1, and as they head to Minneapolis for Games 3 and 4, three-time MVP Nikola Jokic is feeling some pressure.

Julian Strawther News / Denver Nuggets on SI / April 21

One Lineup Adjustment the Nuggets Need to Make for Game 3

The Denver Nuggets took one to the chin on Monday night, losing Game 2 to the Minnesota Timberwolves to even their first-round series 1-1. Despite holding a 19-point lead in the first half, the Nuggets collapsed, allowing the Timberwolves to storm back and pick up a road win.

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Aaron Gordon’s 4-word response to Jaden McDaniels’ comments

The Denver Nuggets dropped Game 2 at home against the Minnesota Timberwolves, and many are predicting this series will go the distance once again. But the rivalry got a little bit of a jumpstart after the Wolves win thanks to Jaden McDaniels.

David Adelman News / Denver Nuggets on SI / April 21

Nuggets' David Adelman Speaks on Jokic Passing Up Floater in Game 2

The most consequential play of the Denver Nuggets' Game 2 loss vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves might've stemmed from the final 20 seconds of action. The Nuggets, who had possession in the final seconds down by two points, 113-115, managed to find a way to get the ball in Nikola Jokic's hands to tie or take the lead at the end of the fourth quarter.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 21

Nuggets’ premature celebration that proved to be bad Game 2 omen vs. Timberwolves

When the Denver Nuggets took an early 19-point lead over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 2 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, it looked like they were cruising to a 2-0 series lead.

Jamal Murray News / Athlon Sports / April 21

Jamal Murray Addresses Costly Mistake in Game 2 Loss to Timberwolves

The spotlight may often be on Nikola Jokic when the Denver Nuggets take the floor, but Jamal Murray is quietly putting together a career year and remains central to the team’s championship hopes.

Nikola Jokic News / Athlon Sports / April 21

Nikola Jokic Addresses Questionable Decision in Nuggets Loss

Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic is one of the most clutch performers in NBA history. But Jokic admits he fumbled in a 119-114 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 2 on Monday.

Jamal Murray News / Larry Brown Sports / April 21

Jamal Murray made bizarre decision to end Game 2 vs. Timberwolves

Jamal Murray appeared to have a mental lapse in the dying seconds of Monday’s postseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Murray’s Denver Nuggets trailed 117-114 with under 20 seconds remaining in Game 2 of the first-round series at Ball Arena in Denver, Colo.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 21

Timberwolves shut down Nuggets' two-man game to steal Game 2

Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray have one of the best two-man games in the NBA. In the fourth quarter, the Minnesota Timberwolves' two-man defense of Rudy Gobert and Jaden McDaniels shut them down.

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Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / April 20

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In a highly competitive Western Conference, the Denver Nuggets enter the playoffs facing a difficult path ahead. While sitting at the third seed reflects a strong regular season, it also puts them in line to face multiple top-seeded contenders if series outcomes go as expected.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 18

All-Star duo leads Nuggets to ugly Game 1 win over Timberwolves

The Denver Nuggets couldn't make threes, lost Aaron Gordon to foul trouble and fell behind by double digits early. Thanks to patience, defense and their All-Star duo, Denver took Game One over the Minnesota Timberwolves anyway.

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