The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Denver Nuggets 110-98 in Game 6 of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 30, 2026. This victory eliminated the Nuggets from the playoffs, securing a series win for the Timberwolves at 4-2.
During the game, Jaylen Clark was involved in a shoving match with Nikola Jokic. This confrontation added significant drama to an already intense matchup.
Terrence Shannon Jr. scored a career-playoff-high 24 points, while Jaden McDaniels led all scorers with 32 points. Jokic contributed 28 points, along with 10 assists and 9 rebounds for the Nuggets.
Anthony Edwards was absent due to a knee injury, and Donte DiVincenzo will miss the remainder of the playoffs due to a ruptured Achilles tendon. The Timberwolves faced this crucial game down multiple key players due to injuries and illness.
The game took place at Target Center in Minneapolis, where fans witnessed a heated atmosphere. Despite calls for his ejection, Jokic remained on the court after previous unsportsmanlike conduct in game four.
The Timberwolves will now face the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference semifinals. This matchup presents another challenge as they continue their playoff journey.
