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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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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.

Nikola Jokic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 21

Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic admits fatal mistake that cost Denver Game 2 vs. Timberwolves

The Denver Nuggets head to Minneapolis with a missed opportunity lingering. Superstar big man Nikola Jokic isn’t hiding from it. After Denver blew a 19-point lead in a 119-114 Game 2 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the three-time MVP pointed to a rare moment of hesitation that proved costly.

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.

David Adelman News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 21

David Adelman points to glaring issue that sank Nuggets in Game 2 vs. Timberwolves

The Denver Nuggets have no one else to blame but themselves after their loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 2 of their first-round series in the playoffs at Ball Arena 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.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Stiffs / April 21

Nuggets blow a 19-point lead and homecourt advantage in Game 2 meltdown

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves has become one of the best rivalries in the NBA this decade. Unfortunately for fans of both teams, this particular saga features gut-wrenching runs, wild momentum swings, and head-scratching variance that makes each game a maddening anxiety bomb.

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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NBA News / Yardbarker / April 17

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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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