Basketball

Edwards’ Clutch Shot and Gobert’s Free Throws Seal Timberwolves’ Thrilling Win Over Nuggets

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Jamal Thompson
November 2, 2024

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Anthony Edwards and Rudy Gobert Star in Timberwolves’ Dramatic Victory

In a pulsating NBA encounter on Friday night, Anthony Edwards’ decisive 7-foot floater with less than 26 seconds remaining and Rudy Gobert’s game-clinching free throws powered the Minnesota Timberwolves to a nail-biting 119-116 win over the Denver Nuggets.

Edwards and Gobert Shine in Timberwolves’ Comeback

Edwards, the high-flying guard, led the scoring for the Timberwolves with 29 points, while Gobert dominated the paint with a double-double of 17 points and 14 rebounds. Julius Randle also played a crucial role, contributing 23 points and seven assists. The Timberwolves successfully weathered a storming fourth-quarter 25-3 run spearheaded by the Nuggets, which had threatened to overturn the game.

Nikola Jokic’s Heroics Not Enough For Nuggets

Denver’s Nikola Jokic, the reigning NBA MVP, delivered a near triple-double performance with 26 points, 13 assists, and nine rebounds. His crucial free throws with just 2:30 minutes remaining put the Nuggets ahead by seven points. However, Minnesota’s late rally proved too much for the Nuggets to handle. In the dying moments, with Denver trailing by three, Jokic attempted a game-tying corner three-pointer, only to be thwarted by Gobert’s defensive prowess.

Nuggets’ Gordon Tops Scoring but Suffers Defeat

Despite the Nuggets’ setback, Aaron Gordon stood out, amassing a game-high 31 points along with 11 rebounds. Michael Porter Jr. chipped in with 26 points. A worrisome injury concern arose when point guard Jamal Murray was forced to leave the game in the third quarter due to the NBA’s concussion protocol after a collision with Randle.

Looking Forward: What’s Next for Nuggets and Timberwolves

While the Nuggets’ bench failed to match up to the Timberwolves’, getting outscored 31-13, the Nuggets will look to find their rhythm when they host the Utah Jazz on Saturday. The Timberwolves, on the other hand, will aim to build on this victory as they head to San Antonio for their next game.

As the NBA season heats up, this thrilling encounter between the Timberwolves and Nuggets sets a high standard for the games to follow.

Jamal Thompson

Jamal Thompson is a versatile sports writer with a passion for covering the intersection of sports and culture. From the gridiron to the hardwood, Jamal’s work explores not just the game, but the broader societal impacts of sports. His insightful commentary and engaging storytelling have made him a key voice at 21Sports.com. When he’s not writing, Jamal can be found mentoring young athletes in his community.