On May 20, 2024, the Minnesota Timberwolves and Denver Nuggets faced off in a gripping NBA contest. The game featured outstanding performances from both teams, with critical contributions from key players shaping the outcome. Here’s an in-depth look at the player statistics from this exciting matchup.
Game Summary
Date: May 20, 2024
Teams: Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets
Venue: [Venue Name – Ball Arena, Denver, CO]
Final Score: [Final Score, 98 – 90]
Timberwolves vs Denver Nuggets Match Player Stats and Box Score
Timberwolves Match Player Stats
Starters
Player
MIN
FG
3PT
FT
OREB
DREB
REB
AST
STL
BLK
TO
PF
PTS
J. McDaniels
40
7-10
3-4
6-7
4
2
6
1
2
1
0
4
23
R. Gobert
36
3-7
0-0
7-9
2
7
9
1
1
2
3
6
13
K. Towns
39
8-14
1-6
6-6
2
10
12
2
2
1
3
5
23
M. Conley
39
3-10
3-5
1-2
1
7
8
4
2
0
0
2
10
A. Edwards
44
6-24
2-10
2-2
0
8
8
7
2
0
1
2
16
Bench
Player
MIN
FG
3PT
FT
OREB
DREB
REB
AST
STL
BLK
TO
PF
PTS
K. Anderson
4
0-1
0-0
2-2
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
1
2
N. Reid
22
4-7
1-4
2-2
2
2
4
1
0
2
0
1
11
N. Alexander-Walker
17
0-6
0-5
0-0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
Team Totals
FG
3PT
FT
OREB
DREB
REB
AST
STL
BLK
TO
PF
PTS
31-79
10-34
26-30
11
36
47
18
9
6
7
21
98
Denver Nuggets Match Player Stats
Starters
Player
MIN
FG
3PT
FT
OREB
DREB
REB
AST
STL
BLK
TO
PF
PTS
A. Gordon
42
2-5
0-0
0-0
4
0
4
2
0
1
1
5
4
M. Porter Jr.
34
3-12
1-6
0-0
1
8
9
0
0
2
0
3
7
N. Jokic
47
13-28
2-10
6-7
6
13
19
7
0
1
3
2
34
J. Murray
43
13-27
4-12
5-5
0
3
3
3
0
0
4
3
35
K. Caldwell-Pope
40
2-7
1-4
0-0
0
6
6
3
2
1
0
4
5
Bench
Player
MIN
FG
3PT
FT
OREB
DREB
REB
AST
STL
BLK
TO
PF
PTS
J. Holiday
9
0-0
0-0
0-0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
2
0
R. Jackson
5
0-1
0-0
0-0
0
0
0
0
0
1
2
2
0
C. Braun
20
1-3
0-1
3-4
0
3
3
3
0
1
0
2
5
Team Stats
FG
3PT
FT
REB
AST
STL
BLK
TO
PF
PTS
34-83
8-33
14-16
44
18
3
7
10
23
90
Key Insights
Nikola Jokić continued his dominant form with 34 points, 19 rebounds, and 7 assists, playing a crucial role in orchestrating the Nuggets’ offense and contributing significantly on defense.
Karl-Anthony Towns provided a solid performance for the Timberwolves, scoring 23 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. His efficiency from the field was notable, making 10 of 16 attempts.
Jamal Murray matched Jokić’s scoring prowess with 35 points and contributed 3 assists, showcasing his ability to both score and facilitate.
Anthony Edwards added 16 points and 7 assists for the Timberwolves, maintaining his role as a key offensive force. His 2-point shooting was effective, making 4 of 9 attempts.
Michael Porter Jr. was efficient with 7 points and 9 rebounds, adding depth to the Nuggets’ scoring and rebounding efforts.
Analysis
The May 20, 2024 game highlighted the star power and depth of both teams. Nikola Jokić’s all-around performance and Jamal Murray’s scoring and playmaking were central to Denver’s success. On the Timberwolves’ side, Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards provided strong offensive and defensive contributions.
Timberwolves’ Performance
Offensive Balance: The Timberwolves’ offensive strategy focused on leveraging the scoring ability of Towns and Edwards. Despite their efforts, the team struggled to contain Jokić and Murray effectively.
Defensive Efforts: Rudy Gobert’s defensive presence was significant, though the Nuggets’ shooting efficiency challenged the Timberwolves’ defensive schemes.
Nuggets’ Performance
Dominant Duo: Jokić and Murray’s chemistry was evident, with both players making significant impacts in scoring and playmaking.
Supporting Cast: Contributions from Michael Porter Jr., Aaron Gordon, and Bruce Brown rounded out a well-balanced Nuggets team performance.
The match on May 20, 2024, was a showcase of high-level basketball, featuring standout performances from key players on both teams. Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray led the Nuggets with impressive individual stats, while Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards spearheaded the Timberwolves’ efforts. This game further exemplified the competitive nature of the matchup and the skill level of the NBA’s elite players.
