The Timberwolves made a statement in Denver, clinching an impressive victory in game one with a 106-99 scoreline. While it’s just the beginning of the series, Nuggets fans have reason to feel uneasy. The loss didn’t seem like a stroke of luck; apart from a brief 21-3 burst late in the first quarter, the Wolves exerted control over the game from start to finish.
Denver holds the title for a reason, and they’re expected to bounce back stronger. However, this Wolves squad is formidable, and Denver can’t afford to fall behind 0-2 before heading to Minnesota.
Game two holds significant importance for the Nuggets. Although the Wolves have the advantage of having stolen a road game already, they could firmly establish their dominance with another win. While the phrase “must-win” is often overused when teams aren’t facing elimination, this situation feels as close to that as it gets.
The Nuggets need to regroup swiftly and make necessary adjustments ahead of game two on Monday night. Here are five key reasons why things didn’t go their way in game one.
