Wed Apr 02 06:51:04 UTC 2025: **Timberwolves Edge Nuggets in Double Overtime Thriller Despite Jokic’s Historic 61-Point Triple-Double**

DENVER, CO – The Minnesota Timberwolves pulled off a stunning 140-139 double-overtime victory over the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night, overcoming a historic performance by Nikola Jokic. Jokic, the three-time MVP, achieved only the third 60-point triple-double in NBA history, finishing with 61 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists. Despite this monumental effort, the Nuggets fell short against a resilient Timberwolves team.

Nickeil Alexander-Walker’s two free throws with 0.1 seconds remaining in the second overtime sealed the win for Minnesota. The game went down to the wire, with a late steal by Russell Westbrook for Denver giving the Nuggets a chance, only to see Westbrook miss the subsequent layup. Alexander-Walker then drew a foul on a three-point attempt, coolly sinking both free throws under immense pressure.

Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves’ scoring with 34 points, adding 10 rebounds and 8 assists. Alexander-Walker contributed 26 points, while Julius Randle also scored 26 and Rudy Gobert added 19 points and 12 rebounds. The Timberwolves overcame the absences of Donte DiVincenzo and Naz Reid, who were serving one-game suspensions.

For Denver, Aaron Gordon scored 30 points, and Christian Braun added 18 points and 12 rebounds. The Nuggets also played without key starters Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. Despite Jokic’s record-breaking performance, the Nuggets were unable to overcome the Timberwolves’ strong team effort and clutch plays in the closing moments. The win gives Minnesota a series sweep over Denver for the season.

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