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News| | Publish on Wed, 04/02/2025 - 05:36

Despite 61-point triple-double from Nikola Jokic, Nuggets fall again in double OT to Timberwolves

They needed him, the weight of a playoff-level intensity resting on scratched-up shoulders, and so Nikola Jokic didn't come off the floor.

Despite 61-point triple-double from Nikola Jokic, Nuggets fall again in double OT to Timberwolves

Nikola Jokic carried the weight of the Denver Nuggets on his shoulders in a grueling double-overtime loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Despite playing a career-high 52 minutes, Jokic poured in 61 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists in a historic performance. However, his heroic effort was not enough as the Nuggets fell short in a heartbreaking loss. The absence of key players like Michael Porter Jr. and Jamal Murray only added to the pressure on Jokic to deliver. With the weight of a five-game losing streak against the Timberwolves hanging over them, Jokic fought tooth and nail, displaying incredible resilience and determination throughout the game. Despite Jokic's incredible performance, the Nuggets ultimately fell short in double-overtime, with a controversial call in the final seconds sealing their fate. The loss was a bitter pill to swallow for Jokic and the Nuggets, as they continue to struggle against their rivals from Minnesota. Jokic's effort and leadership were commendable, but it was clear that the team needed more support to overcome the Timberwolves. As they look to bounce back from this tough loss, the Nuggets will need to regroup and find ways to close out games more effectively in the future.

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