An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Jaden McDaniels, who scored 32 points, shoots a floater during the Timberwolves' 110-98 Game 6 series-clinching win over the Nuggets on April 30, 2026 in Minneapolis, Image 2 shows Terrence Shannon Jr., who scored 24 points in a surprise start, goes up for a layup as Spencer Jones defends during the Timberwolves' Game 6 series-clinching win over the Nuggets

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Timberwolves overcome injuries to snag series win over Nuggets

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New York Post
Al Jazeera
The Guardian US
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The Timberwolves defeated the Nuggets 110-98 to clinch the series, overcoming injuries as Jaden McDaniels posted 32 points and 10 rebounds and Terrence Shannon Jr. added 24 in a surprise start. The win capped a tense playoff sequence between Minnesota and Denver, with the injury-ravaged Wolves delivering the decisive performance in Game 6. Al Jazeera also noted Minnesota’s elimination of Denver alongside other playoff results, while the New York Post focused on the Wolves’ resilience amid absences. Disagreement centers on framing; New York Post emphasizes injuries, while Al Jazeera highlights broader playoff context involving other series.

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An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Jaden McDaniels, who scored 32 points, shoots a floater during the Timberwolves' 110-98 Game 6 series-clinching win over the Nuggets on April 30, 2026 in Minneapolis, Image 2 shows Terrence Shannon Jr., who scored 24 points in a surprise start, goes up for a layup as Spencer Jones defends during the Timberwolves' Game 6 series-clinching win over the Nuggets
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