Jaden McDaniels didn’t wait long to make his feelings known after Minnesota’s 119-114 Game 2 playoff win in Denver.
Following the Timberwolves’ victory on the road, McDaniels took a verbal shot at the Nuggets’ defensive reputation, saying Denver is “all bad defenders.”
A notable postgame jab
McDaniels’ remark stood out as one of his most notable postgame comments, coming immediately after Minnesota’s five-point win in Game 2. The Timberwolves’ offense did enough to secure the result in Denver, and McDaniels framed the performance as an indictment of the Nuggets’ defense.
Context from Game 2
Minnesota’s 119 points were enough to earn a playoff win on Denver’s home floor, a significant result in any postseason series. McDaniels’ comment added an edge to the matchup, placing the focus on how he views Denver’s ability to get stops.
The Timberwolves left Denver with the Game 2 win, while McDaniels’ blunt assessment of the Nuggets’ defense ensured the conversation extended beyond the final score.