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T-Wolves eliminate Nuggets as Knicks demolish Hawks in NBA playoffs
OG Anunoby top-scored with 29 points, including 26 in the first half, before he was rested (Kevin C. Cox) (Kevin C. Cox/GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA/Getty Images via AFP)The Minnesota Timberwolves eliminated Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets while the New York Knicks put on one of the most dominant displays in NBA playoff history, destroying Atlanta to advance Thursday.Sixth-seeded Minnesota will play the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference semi-finals after completing a 110-98 win for a 4-2 series upset defeat of third-seeded Denver.AdvertisementThree-time NBA Most Valuable Player Jokic top-scored for Denver with 28 but it was not enough to fend off the dogged Timberwolves, who were playing without star man Anthony Edwards due to injury.The clash in Minneapolis was tight throughout, with no team gaining a double-digit lead until the game's dying moments.The Timberwolves edged the first half, leading 57-50 at the break.Jokic roared to life. The Serbian superstar scored 14 points in the third quarter alone to ensure a nail-biting finish.Having already been ejected for unsportsmanlike conduct from game four after a shoving match, Jokic enraged the home crowd by sparking another brawl, with Jaylen Clark.AdvertisementWith his Timberwolves leading by five with 90 seconds remaining, Jaden McDaniels sank a long jump-shot for two to rouse the home fans and force a Nuggets timeout.When play resumed Denver could only turn over the ball again. McDaniels closed out the win with two free throws, ending his night with a career-high 32 points, to top-score overall."It's a great night. It's a great victory for us. Hopefully... we've got 12 more to go," said Minnesota coach Chris Finch."We came into these playoffs not trying to beat Denver, but trying to win a championship."A visibly crestfallen Jokic, whose side last won the NBA championship just three years ago, said they "just didn't do a good job."Advertisement"I needed to play better. I must play better," he added.Edwards -- out with a bone bruise and hyper-extended left knee -- could return for the Timberwolves' series with the high-flying Spurs.- 'Meet the moment' -The Knicks routed the Atlanta Hawks 140-89.It was the most points scored and the biggest win by the Knicks in a playoff game, setting up an Eastern Conference semi-final with either the Celtics or the 76ers, who are tied 3-3 after a Philadelphia win.The Knicks wrapped up their 4-2 series victory in emphatic style, leading the Hawks by as many as 61 poin...
Timberwolves Pip Nuggets To Advance, 76ers Force Game 7, Knicks Rout ...
Last Updated:May 01, 2026, 10:20 ISTTimberwolves eliminate Nuggets behind Jaden McDaniels, 76ers force Game 7 vs Celtics, Knicks rout Hawks in historic blowout to reach East semifinalsNBA: New York Knicks 140-89 Atlanta Hawks, Philadelphia 76ers 106-93 Boston Celtics and Minnesota Timberwolves 110-98 Denver Nuggets (AP)The Minnesota Timberwolves powered into the second round of the NBA playoffs with a commanding 110-98 win over the Denver Nuggets in Game 6, closing out another intense postseason battle between the Western Conference rivals.Despite missing their top three guards due to injury, Minnesota delivered a dominant interior performance led by Jaden McDaniels, who posted 32 points and 10 rebounds, while Terrence Shannon Jr. added 24 points in a surprise starting role.Recommended StoriesNBA Playoffs: Shai Dominates As OKC Near Sweep; Magic Shake Up Pistons AgainNBA Playoffs: Brunson Explodes As Knicks Thump Hawks; Embiid Keeps 76ers AliveNBA Playoffs: Jokic Keeps Nuggets Alive; Magic Push Top Seed Pistons To BrinkExit Poll Tracker: In Case You Missed It, What Pollsters Predict For Assam, Bengal, Tamil Nadu, KeralaPhiladelphia 76ers 106-93 Boston CelticsThe Timberwolves controlled the paint through the combined efforts of Rudy Gobert, Julius Randle and Naz Reid, finishing with major advantages in rebounding and interior scoring. Nikola Jokic nearly recorded a triple-double for Denver with 28 points, 10 assists and 9 rebounds, but the Nuggets struggled to keep pace. Jamal Murray was effectively contained by McDaniels and managed just 12 points on inefficient shooting.Minnesota Timberwolves 110-98 Denver NuggetsIn the Eastern Conference, the Philadelphia 76ers stayed alive with a 106-93 victory over the Boston Celtics, forcing a decisive Game 7. Tyrese Maxey scored 30 points, while Paul George rolled back the years with 23 points and 5 three-pointers. Joel Embiid contributed 19 points after returning from surgery, as Philadelphia never trailed throughout the contest.New York Knicks 140-89 Atlanta HawksMeanwhile, the New York Knicks delivered one of the most lopsided playoff victories in league history, crushing the Atlanta Hawks 140-89 to advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals. OG Anunoby starred with 29 points, while Karl-Anthony Towns recorded a triple-double with 12 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists.“We can’t just meet the moment, we’ve got to exceed it, and I thought we did a great job of doing that tonight," said Karl-Anthony Towns.“Obviousl...
NBA Playoffs Takeaways: Knicks, Timberwolves Advance; 76ers Stay Alive
The Knicks advanced thanks to a historic blowout, the Timberwolves sent the Nuggets packing and the 76ers forced Game 7 against the Celtics.
NBA playoff bracket, scores, schedule, odds: Knicks, 76ers ... - USA TODAY
NBA playoff games today *All times Eastern New York Knicks 140, Atlanta Hawks 89 Philadelphia 76ers 106, Boston Celtics 93 Minnesota Timberwolves 110, Denver Nuggets 98 Stream select NBA playoff ...
