Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 1
Denver NuggetsNuggets
117
away
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
112
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 38 | 25 | 25 | 29 | 117 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 28 | 26 | 26 | 32 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Nuggets snuck past the Timberwolves 117-112. The Timberwolves had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Shots just aren't falling for the Nuggets lately; Nuggets' outside barrage was a constant threat. Nuggets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Timberwolves · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Timberwolves · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Nuggets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.