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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.
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.
The 'Most 30-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
How many of the NBA players with at least 30 games with 30 points in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
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.
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.
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.
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.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
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.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 21
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.
Jaden McDaniels News / Ball Exclusives / April 21
Jaden McDaniels calls out Denver Nuggets: ‘They’re all bad defenders’
The Minnesota Timberwolves picked up an impressive Game 2 win over the Denver Nuggets on Monday and Jaden McDaniels was honest when asked about how the Timberwolves put up enough points for the win.
NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / April 21
The Good, Bad & Ugly From Nuggets' Game 2 Loss to Timberwolves
With a chance to take a commanding 2-0 lead, the Denver Nuggets lost control. The Minnesota Timberwolves got the best of the Nuggets in Game 2 in Denver, finishing with a 119-114 win to tie the series.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 21
Nuggets most to blame for blowing 19-point lead to Timberwolves in Game 2
The Denver Nuggets had a chance to put a stranglehold on this first-round series. Instead, they let it slip through their fingers in one of the most deflating collapses of the 2026 playoffs.
Jamal Murray News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 21
What the heck was Nuggets’ Jamal Murray thinking during final Game 2 possession vs. Timberwolves?
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray was recently named among the finalists for this season’s Clutch Player of the Year, along with Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 21
Jaden McDaniels had a ruthless quote on Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray after Game 2 win
Jaden McDaniels did not mince words about how the Minnesota Timberwolves turned things around and overcame a 19-point deficit to beat the Denver Nuggets in Game 2 of their playoff series on Monday.
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.
Denver Nuggets News / The Lead / April 20
Do the Nuggets Have the Most Difficult Path to the NBA Finals?
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.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 17
Five-time NBA All-Star issues upset alert for Nuggets-Timberwolves series
The first-round matchup between the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves carries more weight than most NBA playoff openers. Both teams entered the season expecting a legitimate title run, and their recent history adds another layer to the intrigue.
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