The Timberwolves' third-quarter onslaught carried over to the fourth against Denver, prompting Michael Malone's rage timeout. Anthony Edwards' high-effort performance and a dislocated finger didn't slow him down as Minnesota put up a fight. The Nuggets narrowly won, but it wasn't a clear victory due to missing players. Both teams acknowledge the Timberwolves' improvement since last year.
Edwards and his team showed resilience, coming close to forcing overtime but falling short. Malone credited Minnesota's defense for making it tough for Denver, leading to turnovers and offensive struggles. Despite missing key players, the Timberwolves proved they are a force to be reckoned with in the Western Conference.