How Terrence Shannon Jr. helped Timberwolves overcome injuries to upset Nuggets in round one of NBA Playoffs
The Timberwolves were far from healthy in Game 6. That didn't stop them from downing the favored Nuggets, however.
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The Timberwolves had just eight players at their disposal for their Game 6 matchup with the Nuggets in the first round of the NBA playoffs. They looked undaunted by the challenge, authoring yet another epic showcase to down Denver and advance to the second round for the third straight season. It was a star-laden affair — without the stars, at least in Minnesota’s case.
Jaden McDaniels and Terrence Shannon Jr. might as well have been, though, combining for 56 points to anchor Minnesota’s attack. The Timberwolves needed every bit of their production.
Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo were absent with injuries, as was newly minted hero Ayo Dosunmu. In their stead, McDaniels, Shannon and Co. stepped up.
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