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Denver defeated Minnesota 125–113 on April 27 at Ball Arena, with Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray combining for 51 points to lead the Nuggets past Julius Randle and the Timberwolves. Denver's offense clicked at 56.6 percent from the field while draining 11 three-pointers, and the hosts controlled the glass with a 29–38 rebound disadvantage offset by their 35 assists and 119 offensive rating. Minnesota shot 50.6 percent and made 12 threes but surrendered 25 turnovers—a critical differential that fueled Denver's 119.0 offensive rating against the Wolves' 105.5. The third quarter proved decisive, with Denver outscoring Minnesota 37–24 to build separation after a tight first half. Randle posted 27 points for the Timberwolves while Anfernee Dosunmu added 18, yet Minnesota's fourth-quarter surge (38 points) came too late. The game finished 12 points below the 226.5 Vegas total. Denver's balanced scoring depth and turnover management underscore their postseason readiness heading into the next round.
