Murray's 30 points weren't enough to save the Timberwolves from defeating the Nuggets 119-114.

April 21st - The Timberwolves defeated the Nuggets 119-114. Edwards contributed 30 points, 10 rebounds, and 2 assists, while Randle added 24 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists. For the Nuggets, Murray scored 30 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, while Jokic had 24 points, 15 rebounds, and 8 assists.

In the first quarter, the Nuggets took a double-digit lead thanks to consecutive three-pointers from Murray. The Timberwolves, led by Edwards, rallied to close the gap, but trailed 25-39 at the end of the first quarter. In the second quarter, the Timberwolves briefly took the lead thanks to attacks on the paint by Edwards and Randle. The Nuggets stabilized the situation thanks to Jokic and Murray, and the score was tied at 64 at halftime.

After switching sides, Jokic continued to pose a threat inside, while Murray maintained consistent outside shooting. However, the Timberwolves, thanks to Edwards, kept the score close. At the end of the third quarter, the Nuggets led 93-90 . In the final quarter, the Timberwolves relied on Randle's crucial free throws and DiVincenzo's outside shooting to take the lead. The two teams traded leads several times in the final stages, but the Timberwolves remained composed in the crucial moments. Ultimately, the Timberwolves defeated the Nuggets 119-114 .

Timberwolves player statistics

Edwards 30 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assists; Randle 24 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists; DiVincenzo 16 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists; McDaniels 14 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists; Hyland 13 points, 2 assists; Reed 11 points, 9 rebounds, 1 assist; Dossem 9 points, 4 rebounds, 5 assists; Gobert 2 points, 7 rebounds, 1 assist.

Nuggets player statistics

Murray 30 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists; Jokic 24 points, 15 rebounds, 8 assists; Braun 16 points, 3 rebounds, 5 assists; Hardaway 16 points, 3 rebounds; Johnson 13 points, 1 rebound, 2 assists; Gordon 8 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists; Brown 7 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists; Jones 2 rebounds; Valanciunas 2 rebounds.

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