The Timberwolves moved closer to a series win by defeating the Nuggets 112-96. The game ended in controversy as Nikola Jokic and Julius Randle were ejected following a scrap over Jaden McDaniels’ last-second layup. Denver’s coach later expressed his frustration with the play.

Minnesota Timberwolves sailed past the Denver Nuggets 112-96 to defend the home court and take a 3-1 lead.

Denver Nuggets / Schedule

With 1.3 seconds left and the game already over, Jaden McDaniels went for a layup to set the final score.

It’s certain to say that the Denver Nuggets weren’t fans of that behaviour, firstly Nikola Jokic.

Serbian center immediately approached McDaniels and started a skirmish that resulted in ejections for him and Julius Randle.

Denver Nuggets head coach Dave Adelman was also upset with McDaniels’ behaviour after the game:

“I didn’t like what McDaniels did. The game was over, both teams already conceded,” Adelman started.

“In 2026 that stuff just doesn’t happen anymore that’s something that happens in the 80s where teams would continue to score but that’s who he is, it is what it is,” he concluded.

 

Like what we are doing? Support us by becoming BN+ member.

If you like our content, please click here and add us as your preferred source. It helps us a lot, and we are committed to delivering you the very latest basketball news.