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Report: Mike Conley Expected to Play

Originally posted on Minnesota Sports Fan
By Eric Strack | Last updated May 16, 2024 4:44 PM ET

The Minnesota Timberwolves will play against the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night in a must-win game 6 of the Western Conference semifinals and we got some good news regarding their lineup leading up to tip-off.

According to Shams (The Athletic) , veteran point guard Mike Conley is expected to be available tonight, after having to sit out game 5 with a calf injury.

Minnesota's Mike Conley Jr. (calf) is expecting to return for must-win Game 6 vs. Denver tonight, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. Key for the Wolves, facing 3-2 deficit after missing their veteran point guard in Game 5 loss. pic.twitter.com/olatIKwx4P
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) May 16, 2024

In the postseason, Conley is averaging over 11 points and 7 assists per game. He is the veteran straw that stirs the Timberwolves’ drink, especially on offense. When they need to slow down, he slows them down. When the troops need to be rallied, he rallies them. Having Mike back for game 6 is a big deal.

Tonight’s game is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. CDT and the Timberwolves are currently favored to win. Get all of your game 6 information HERE.

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