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

Minnesota secured a 140-139 victory with Nickeil Alexander-Walker's clutch free throws, overcoming Nikola Jokic's historic performance.

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 delivered a career-high 61 points, the most ever in an NBA triple-double, along with 10 rebounds and 10 assists in 52 minutes, but the Nuggets fell short.
  • Nickeil Alexander-Walker hit two decisive free throws with 0.1 seconds left after being fouled on a three-point attempt by Russell Westbrook.
  • Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 34 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists, while Julius Randle and Alexander-Walker added 26 points each.
  • The Timberwolves extended their winning streak against the Nuggets to six games, tightening the Western Conference playoff race as they moved into a tie for the No. 7 seed.
  • Denver, missing Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr., remains the No. 3 seed but faces pressure from the Lakers, who are just half a game behind.