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Timberwolves Edge Nuggets in Double OT Despite Jokic's Historic 61-Point Triple-Double

Minnesota clinched a dramatic 140-139 victory after Nickeil Alexander-Walker's clutch free throws, tightening the Western Conference playoff race.

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, shoots for a basket over Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Denver, Colorado, on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.
Apr 1, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) drives to the basket against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Nikola Jokic recorded a career-high 61 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, marking the highest-scoring game in the NBA this season and the third 60-point triple-double in league history.
  • Nickeil Alexander-Walker sealed the Timberwolves' win by sinking two free throws with 0.1 seconds remaining after being fouled on a three-point attempt by Russell Westbrook.
  • Russell Westbrook's late-game errors, including a missed layup and a critical foul, overshadowed Jokic's performance and contributed to Denver's loss.
  • The Timberwolves, missing Naz Reid and Donte DiVincenzo due to suspensions, secured their sixth consecutive win over Denver and moved into a tie for the sixth seed in the Western Conference.
  • Denver, now tied with the Lakers in the loss column for the third seed, rested all five starters in their subsequent game against the Spurs due to fatigue and injuries.