Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic turned in an uncharacteristically quiet performance in Game 3, and the result was a lopsided loss that shifted momentum in the series.
Jokic missed 19 of his 26 shot attempts in the blowout defeat, a rare playoff dud for the reigning centerpiece of Denver’s offense. With the loss, the Nuggets now trail the Minnesota Timberwolves 2-1 in the series.
Series swings to Minnesota’s advantage
Game 3 marked a setback for Denver as the Timberwolves took control of the series lead. The Nuggets, who have leaned heavily on Jokic’s efficiency and playmaking throughout the postseason, couldn’t overcome the off shooting night from their star in a game that got away early and never tightened.
Now facing a 2-1 deficit, Denver will need to regroup quickly as the series continues with Minnesota holding the upper hand.