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NUGGETS at TIMBERWOLVES FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS March 19 2024 - YouTube
Five Takeaways from Nuggets' Dominant Win
The Denver Nuggets took a commanding 2-1 lead in their first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves with a 117-90 victory on Saturday night. Here are five takeaways from the game:
Murray's Quick Response
Jamal Murray, who missed the first two games of the series with a knee injury, returned with a vengeance, scoring 24 points on 8-of-15 shooting. He also dished out 6 assists and grabbed 5 rebounds.
Wolves' Defense Cracks
The Timberwolves, who had held the Nuggets to an average of 100.5 points in the first two games of the series, allowed Denver to shoot 50.6% from the field on Saturday night. The Nuggets also hit 12 three-pointers, tying a franchise record for three-pointers in a playoff game.
Gordon's Near Perfection
Aaron Gordon was nearly perfect for the Nuggets, scoring 20 points on 8-of-9 shooting. He also grabbed 10 rebounds, dished out 4 assists, and blocked 2 shots.
Towns' Struggles Continue
Karl-Anthony Towns, who averaged 28.5 points in the first two games of the series, struggled against the Nuggets on Saturday night. He scored just 13 points on 4-of-12 shooting and was held to 0 points in the second half.
Series Shifts in Denver's Favor
With the win, the Nuggets have taken control of the series. They will now host Game 4 on Monday night and Game 5 on Wednesday night. If they can win either of those games, they will advance to the second round of the playoffs.
The Timberwolves, meanwhile, will need to find a way to turn things around in order to stay alive in the series. They will need to improve their defense and get more production from Towns if they want to avoid elimination.
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