Timberwolves Take Game 1 of Second Round Series Against Nuggets

Edwards Explodes for 36, Murray Battles Through Injury

Game 6 of the West Semifinals Set for Friday in Denver

The Minnesota Timberwolves have taken an early lead in their second-round playoff series against the Denver Nuggets, winning Game 1 at home by a score of 124-101. Anthony Edwards led the way for the Timberwolves, scoring a game-high 36 points on 12-of-19 shooting. He also added 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Jamal Murray, who is playing through a torn ACL, had 24 points for the Nuggets. He also had 5 rebounds and 3 assists. The Timberwolves were able to slow down Nikola Jokic, who was held to just 19 points on 7-of-16 shooting. The Nuggets will host Game 2 of the series on Friday night.