The Denver Nuggets took on the Minnesota Timberwolves at Ball Arena in Denver, CO. The game happened on Thursday, December 25, 2025. The Nuggets won the game 142–138.

Nikola Jokić led the Nuggets with 56 points, 16 rebounds, and 15 assists. For the Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards scored 44 points, adding 6 rebounds and 3 assists. Both teams showed strong performances, making it an exciting game.

The Denver Nuggets took an early lead in the first quarter, scoring 32 points compared to the Timberwolves’ 29. In the second quarter, both teams played evenly, with the Timberwolves scoring 26 points and the Nuggets scoring 25. This left the Nuggets ahead at halftime.

In the third quarter, the Nuggets extended their lead by scoring 35 points, while the Timberwolves managed 23. The Timberwolves made a strong push in the fourth quarter, scoring 37 points. However, the Nuggets held on to win with a final score of 142-138. Both teams had 31 assists, but the Nuggets’ three-point shooting made a difference, hitting 19 out of 43 attempts.

Nikola Jokić had a standout performance for the Denver Nuggets. He scored 56 points, grabbed 16 rebounds, and dished out 15 assists. Jokić shot 15 of 21 from the field, making him a key player in the game.

For the Minnesota Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards led the team. He scored 44 points and had 6 rebounds and 3 assists. Edwards made 14 of his 25 shots, contributing significantly to his team’s efforts.

Julius Randle also played well for the Timberwolves. He scored 32 points and had 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Randle’s performance was crucial for Minnesota, but it was not enough to secure a win.

What’s Next

The Denver Nuggets now hold a 21-8 record after their win against the Minnesota Timberwolves. This victory keeps them at the 3rd spot in the Western Conference. The Nuggets are just ahead of the Timberwolves, making this win important for maintaining their position.

The Minnesota Timberwolves have a 20-10 record following this game. They remain in 4th place in the Western Conference. The close standings between the Nuggets and Timberwolves highlight the competitive nature of the conference this season.

The Minnesota Timberwolves will play their next game on Saturday, December 27. They will face the Brooklyn Nets at home in the Target Center. This game is set to start at 8:00 PM.

The Denver Nuggets have their next game on the same day, Saturday, December 27. They will travel to play against the Orlando Magic. The game will take place at the Kia Center and is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM.

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