NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley is facing some heat from fans after his premature prediction about the Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves series. Just five days ago, Barkley confidently declared that the Timberwolves would sweep the Nuggets, claiming they were the superior team and had a true star in Anthony Edwards.
However, fast forward to today, and the series is tied 2-2, with Game 5 heading back to Denver. Fans were quick to call out Barkley for his bold statement that didn’t age well at all. Social media was flooded with reactions, with many pointing out how quickly things can change in the NBA.
Despite the Timberwolves looking dominant in the early games, the defending champions, the Nuggets, have shown resilience and forced a competitive series. Fans and media alike are notorious for overreacting, and this series is a perfect example of how quickly perceptions can shift.
As the series heads towards a potential Game 7, it will be interesting to see if Barkley and other doubters have changed their tune about the Nuggets. In the unpredictable world of the NBA, one thing is certain – never count out the defending champions.