In a stunning turn of events, the youthful Minnesota Timberwolves stunned the Denver Nuggets in the second round of the playoffs, seizing an early lead at the Ball Arena.
Guard Anthony Edwards, aware of the formidable challenge posed by Nikola Jokic and his team, entered the series mentally prepared for a tough battle.
Following their 106-99 triumph, Edwards humbly acknowledged the Nuggets’ strengths in a post-game interview, highlighting Jokic’s dominance, Jamal Murray’s closing abilities, and Michael Porter Jr.’s sharpshooting prowess.
Despite the odds, the Timberwolves rallied in the second half, propelled by Edwards’ foundation-laying performance and late-game heroics from Naz Reid and Mike Conley.
Anthony Edwards Drops 43 Points on Nuggets
Edwards, fresh off an impressive playoff series against the Phoenix Suns, continued his stellar form against the Nuggets, dropping a game-high 43 points.
With 17 successful field goals, 3 three-pointers, and 6 free throws, the 22-year-old showcased his offensive arsenal while contributing defensively with 7 rebounds, 3 assists, a steal, and 2 blocks.
The relentless attacks from Edwards proved too much for the Nuggets to handle, leading to their downfall in the fourth quarter.
However, Edwards remains grounded, acknowledging the challenges ahead as they face Jokic and the Nuggets in the semifinals. With their sights set on continued success, both teams prepare for a thrilling rematch in front of an expectant crowd on Monday.
