In their playoff opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Denver Nuggets faced early challenges, trailing 33-23 without Aaron Gordon, who had foul trouble. However, the team rallied with Jamal Murray leading the charge, scoring 30 points and helping Denver tie the game at halftime. After halftime, Gordon and Nikola Jokić, who posted a triple-double, propelled the Nuggets to a 116-105 victory, showcasing their resilience despite injuries throughout the season.
