Denver Nuggets Overcome Minnesota Timberwolves, Evening the Playoff Series.

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The Denver Nuggets, who are the reigning NBA champions, sealed a 115-107 victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves. This win helped them even the score in their Western Conference playoff semi-final series, bringing it to a tie at 2-2.

Nikola Jokic, the center for the Nuggets, made a significant impact by scoring 35 points, 16 of which came in the crucial fourth quarter. Aaron Gordon also contributed greatly with 27 points, while Jamal Murray wrapped up the game with 19 points in total for the team.

Meanwhile, Anthony Edwards led the scoring for the Timberwolves, totaling an impressive 44 points during Sunday's game.

Nuggets coach Michael Malone praised his team, saying, "Never underestimate the heart of a champion. They were quick to write us off, but these guys, we won a championship a year ago."

Despite losing the first two games of the semi-finals in Denver, the Nuggets took control in the first half, leading 64-49 at halftime. Although the Timberwolves made a strong comeback in the final quarter, narrowing the lead to just six points in the last minute, the Nuggets held on for the win.

Malone highlighted the resilience of his team, stating, "This team has been tested time and time again, and we've found a way to solve whatever has been thrown at us."

The series will now return to Denver for game five on Tuesday, promising an exciting continuation of the playoff action.