The defending champions, the Denver Nuggets, outgunned the Minnesota Timberwolves 115-107 on Sunday to level their NBA playoff series. In a thrilling Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinal series held in Minneapolis, Nikola Jokic led the Nuggets with an impressive performance, finishing with 35 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists.
“Now it’s best of three,” Jokic said after the game, expressing confidence in his team’s ability to capitalize on the momentum. He acknowledged the challenge posed by the Timberwolves’ surprising victories in Games 1 and 2 in Denver. “We took a hit and we bounced back, and hopefully we can defend the home court now,” Jokic added.
Meanwhile, in the Eastern Conference, the Indiana Pacers delivered a commanding 121-89 victory over the New York Knicks to even their series. The Pacers showcased a strong offensive and defensive performance, leaving the Knicks struggling to keep pace throughout the game.
Both series are now tied, setting the stage for pivotal Game 5 matchups as the teams vie for advancement in the playoffs.
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NBA: Nuggets outgun Timberwolves, Pacers beat Knicks in Game 4
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