Jokic's Brilliance Leads Nuggets to Victory, Narrowing Timberwolves' Lead.

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In a standout performance, Nikola Jokic guided the Denver Nuggets, the reigning NBA champions, to a resounding 117-90 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. This win narrowed the series deficit to 2-1 in the Western Conference semi-finals of the playoffs.

Serbian star Nikola Jokic, who clinched his third NBA Most Valuable Player award on Thursday, showcased his brilliance with 24 points, 14 rebounds, and nine assists in the Denver Nuggets' win. Canadian player Jamal Murray also contributed 24 points to the team's success.

Jokic commented on their performance, saying, "I think we played much simpler. We were more aggressive than them," attributing their victory to their aggressive playstyle.

The Nuggets dominated the game in Minneapolis, leading by as much as 34 points at one point. All five starters scored double figures, highlighting their balanced attack.

The next game in the best-of-seven series is set for Monday in Minneapolis.

In another game on Friday, Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers scored 35 points, leading his team to a 111-106 victory over the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference semi-final, preventing a 3-0 series deficit.