Nuggets Defeat Timberwolves in Game 1

The Denver Nuggets defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 107-101 in Game 1. Jamal Murray led the Nuggets with 24 points, converting all 16 of his free throw attempts.

Nikola Jokic added 15 points for Denver. Aaron Gordon contributed 14 points. The Timberwolves' scoring was led by Anthony Edwards, who finished with 23 points. Karl-Anthony Towns scored 20 points for Minnesota.

Denver now holds a 1-0 series lead in the best-of-seven playoff series.