Anthony Edwards Shines as Timberwolves Dominate Nuggets for Sixth Straight Win

The Minnesota Timberwolves extended their winning streak to six games with a commanding 115-95 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday night. Anthony Edwards led the charge with 29 points, while Julius Randle added 25, silencing the home crowd at Ball Arena.

Denver, struggling against Minnesota’s relentless defense, failed to find an offensive rhythm, shooting just 40.4% from the field and never holding the lead. Rudy Gobert contributed a double-double with 11 points and 10 rebounds, helping the Timberwolves improve to 3-0 against the Nuggets this season.

Read More: https://www.esnnews.com/post/zion-williamson-triple-double-pelicans-win-clippers Minnesota’s defensive intensity proved to be the difference, holding Denver to just 20 assists, 18 fast-break points, and 52 points in the paint—well below their league-leading averages.

In contrast, after scoring 140 points in their previous win over Oklahoma City, the Nuggets struggled to replicate that efficiency. Donte DiVincenzo chipped in 10 points off the bench, as Minnesota’s reserves outscored Denver’s second unit 26-14.

With 5:05 remaining, Nikola Jokic, who tallied 34 points and 8 rebounds, was pulled from the game alongside Denver’s starters as the Timberwolves secured the blowout win.  

Read More: https://www.esnnews.com/post/nikola-jokic-nba-mvp-2025-race-vs-sga Nuggets head coach Michael Malone acknowledged Minnesota’s dominance, noting that his team has now lost three straight home games against the Timberwolves.

Despite strong individual performances from Jokic, Russell Westbrook (19 points), and Jamal Murray (12 points, 8 assists), Denver fell short once again. Minnesota now looks to keep its momentum going when they host the Orlando Magic on Friday, while the Nuggets aim to bounce back against the Los Angeles Lakers at home.