The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Denver Nuggets 110-98 in Game 6 of the first round of the NBA playoffs on April 30, 2026. This victory allowed them to advance to the second round despite facing significant injuries.
Ayo Dosunmu and Kyle Anderson were both sidelined for Game 6 due to injury and illness, respectively. Donte DiVincenzo suffered a ruptured right Achilles tendon in Game 4, while Anthony Edwards dealt with a bone bruise in his left knee during that same game.
Jaden McDaniels led the Timberwolves with a remarkable 32 points in Game 6. Nikola Jokic scored 28 points for the Nuggets but could not secure a win.
The Timberwolves had a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series before this decisive game. They previously won Game 4 against the Nuggets with a score of 112-96.
In a show of solidarity, the Timberwolves wore Donte DiVincenzo’s jersey to the arena as a tribute. Their backcourt was significantly thinned due to injuries, yet they managed to pull off this crucial victory.
Next, the Timberwolves will face the San Antonio Spurs in the second round of the postseason. Observers are eager to see how they will perform without some of their key players.
