On November 2, 2024, the Minnesota Timberwolves edged out the Denver Nuggets in a thrilling contest at Target Center, Minneapolis, with a narrow 119-116 victory. The game saw high-intensity plays, featuring standout performances from both teams.
Nikola Jokić of the Nuggets nearly secured a triple-double with 26 points, 9 rebounds, and 13 assists. Despite his efforts, it was not enough to carry his team to victory. Aaron Gordon also impressed with a stellar 31 points and 11 rebounds. On the Timberwolves’ side, Anthony Edwards led the charge with 29 points and 4 rebounds, while Rudy Gobert contributed a double-double with 17 points and 14 rebounds.
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with multiple lead changes throughout. The Timberwolves pulled ahead in the final minutes thanks to timely plays by Edwards and Gobert, including a key basket from Gobert that sealed the win.
The match featured key moments, including a crucial 15-0 run by the Timberwolves in the second quarter, and despite a strong comeback from Denver in the fourth, Minnesota held their ground.
With this win, the Timberwolves advanced to a 2-2 record, while the Nuggets also stood at 2-2. The game was an exciting showdown that showcased some of the NBA’s elite talent, with fans treated to a spectacular performance despite a close finish.
Timberwolves Match Player Stats
Player
Points
Rebounds
Assists
Steals
Blocks
Field Goals %
Free Throws %
Three-Point %
Anthony Edwards
29
4
3
1
0
45.8%
80%
34.6%
Rudy Gobert
17
14
2
1
2
58.3%
100%
0%
Nikola Jokić
26
9
13
2
1
53.8%
90%
40%
Aaron Gordon
31
11
2
1
1
50%
70%
33.3%
Denver Nuggets Match Player Stats
Player
Points
Rebounds
Assists
Steals
Blocks
Field Goals %
Free Throws %
Three-Point %
Mike Conley
12
3
7
2
0
44.4%
75%
40%
Jamal Murray
20
4
5
2
0
42.3%
80%
33.3%
All Player List
Player
Team
Points
Rebounds
Assists
Steals
Blocks
Anthony Edwards
Timberwolves
29
4
3
1
0
Rudy Gobert
Timberwolves
17
14
2
1
2
Mike Conley
Timberwolves
12
3
7
2
0
Jaden Ivey
Timberwolves
8
3
1
1
0
Kyle Anderson
Timberwolves
6
2
2
1
1
Taurean Prince
Timberwolves
3
2
0
0
1
Nickeil Alexander-Walker
Timberwolves
9
5
3
1
1
Player
Team
Points
Rebounds
Assists
Steals
Blocks
Nikola Jokić
Nuggets
26
9
13
2
1
Aaron Gordon
Nuggets
31
11
2
1
1
Jamal Murray
Nuggets
20
4
5
2
0
Michael Porter Jr.
Nuggets
12
6
1
1
0
Reggie Jackson
Nuggets
5
1
2
0
0
Christian Braun
Nuggets
4
2
0
0
1
Jeff Green
Nuggets
3
2
0
1
1
Match Summary
Detail
Information
Match Date
November 17, 2024
Final Score
Timberwolves 116 – Nuggets 109
Venue
Ball Arena, Denver
Attendance
19,000
Player of the Match
Aaron Gordon (31 points, 11 rebounds)
Head-to-Head Comparison
Team
Wins
Losses
Last Meeting
Timberwolves
3
1
Timberwolves won 116-109 (Nov 17, 2024)
Nuggets
1
3
Nuggets won 118-104 (Oct 22, 2024)
Player Comparison Table
Player
Points
Rebounds
Assists
Steals
Blocks
Anthony Edwards (Timberwolves)
29
4
3
1
0
Rudy Gobert (Timberwolves)
17
14
2
1
2
Nikola Jokić (Nuggets)
26
9
13
2
1
Aaron Gordon (Nuggets)
31
11
2
1
1
Upcoming Fixtures
Fixture
Date
Opponent
Location
Timberwolves vs. Lakers
Nov 19, 2024
Los Angeles Lakers
Target Center, Minneapolis
Nuggets vs. Clippers
Nov 20, 2024
Los Angeles Clippers
Ball Arena, Denver
Team Lineups
Team
Starting Five
Timberwolves
Conley, Edwards, Anderson, Gobert, Prince
Nuggets
Murray, Porter Jr., Gordon, Jokić, Jackson
Weather and Temperature of Last Match
Detail
Information
Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Weather
Clear skies
Fans Reactions
Reaction
Details
Timberwolves Fans
Cheered loudly for Edwards and Gobert’s dominance in the paint.
Nuggets Fans
Disappointed by Jokić’s performance despite his triple-double but applauded Gordon’s 31-point effort.
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