Terrence Shannon Jr. and Ayo Dosunmu each stepped up in a massive way to spark the Timberwolves in Round 1 of the NBA Playoffs

The Denver Nuggets are on the road for what might be the toughest game of their opening round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, as a loss in front of the Minnesota fans would mean an end to the Nuggets’ season.

Jaden McDaniels had 32 points and 10 rebounds and Terrence Shannon Jr. scored 24 points in a surprise start for the injury-ravaged Minnesota Timberwolves in a 110-98 victory over the Denver Nuggets in Game 6 that finished off another tense NBA playoff series between the rivals.

The frequently clumsy and normally offensively restricted Gobert had 8 assists. Terrence Shannon, Jr., the frequently injured and as-frequently disappointing wing during the regular season, rose to the occasion with 24 points and improved defense over 35 minutes.

Third-seeded Denver heads home for the summer with big questions, while No. 6 Minnesota will take on Victor Wembanyama and the No. 2 Spurs.

Whether true or concocted, the Minnesota Timberwolves used some mental gymnastics to heighten their motivation against the Denver Nuggets, a legit champi

The Denver Nuggets reportedly aren't expected to fire head coach David Adelman following an upset loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the playoffs.