The Minnesota Timberwolves came into the NBA playoffs as the third seed in the Western Conference, surprising many with their strong start. However, after winning the first two games of their semifinal series against the defending champions, the Denver Nuggets, on the road, the tide has turned.
The Nuggets fought back and won Game 3 and Game 4 to tie the series at 2-2, leaving fans and analysts alike shocked at the sudden turn of events. LeSean McCoy expressed his surprise on FS1’s “Speak” show, highlighting Denver’s resilience in making it a brand-new series.
Denver, known for their high-scoring offense, struggled in the first two games against Minnesota’s stifling defense. However, they found their rhythm in the next two games, scoring over 100 points in each and shooting above 50 percent from the field.
Aaron Gordon stepped up with 27 points in Game 4, while MVP Nikola Jokic showed signs of returning to form. With the series now tied and Denver regaining home-court advantage, the pressure is on the Timberwolves to respond.
As the matchup becomes a best-of-three series, the Nuggets have proven why they are the reigning champions. The Timberwolves, led by rising star Anthony Edwards, will need to regroup and find a way to counter Denver’s offensive firepower to advance to the next round.