Denver Nuggets and the danger of an earthquake in the playoffs
The Colorado franchise knows they are obligated to turn the tie around against a Timberwolves team weakened by absences, but it won't be easy.
Total and absolute distortion of the 2026 NBA playoffs. That's what an elimination of the Denver Nuggets by the Minnesota Timberwolves could bring about, as their hopes dwindle with the long-term injuries of Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo. Another victory by the Minneapolis team would lead to a lack of alternatives to the established power in the West.
The biggest obstacle for the Thunder to reach the NBA Finals seemed to be the Denver Nuggets, even above a Spurs team that is expected to face rookie struggles at some point. Few expected the first-round elimination of the Colorado team, especially without the Minnesota Timberwolves advancing further. The injuries to DiVincenzo and Edwards completely leave the team vulnerable, and if they manage to win one more game, they might just be bystanders.
The Spurs are banking on being able to secure another victory and eliminate the struggling Denver Nuggets who have been disappointing in this final stretch, teetering on the edge without a safety net. Any off-day by their stars or low shooting percentages would condemn this team in desperate need of an epic comeback.
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