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Nuggets Claim First Series Win, Dominate Timberwolves 117-90 in Game 3

May 11, 2024, 04:19 AM

The Denver Nuggets secured a commanding victory in Game 3 of their series, defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves 117-90. Key players Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray led the charge for Denver, each scoring 24 points. Jokic also contributed 14 rebounds, 9 assists, 3 steals, and 3 blocks, while Murray added 5 assists and 3 steals. Michael Porter Jr. contributed significantly with 21 points. For the Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards scored 19 points but struggled with 5 turnovers and a -32 plus/minus rating in 37 minutes. The Nuggets' win was highlighted by their ability to cover the spread as favorites by 3.5 points and the game total exceeding 205.5 points. This performance is crucial as it marks Denver's first win in the series.