Scott Clark
May 20, 2024 - 05:00

Timberwolves vs Nuggets Game 7 updates

Timberwolves face Nuggets in Game 7 of NBA playoffs. Winner advances, loser goes home. Excitement builds as teams battle it out.

The highly anticipated Game 7 between the Timberwolves and Nuggets in the NBA Western Conference semifinals is finally here. The stakes are high as the winner will advance to the conference finals while the losing team will be eliminated from the playoffs.

The Wolves have shown they can win in Ball Arena, having secured victories in two out of the three games played in Denver before tonight's crucial matchup. However, rookie standout Anthony Edwards made it clear that past successes do not guarantee confidence in the present moment. He emphasized that the team's belief in themselves as a great team facing another great team is what fuels their confidence, not previous wins in the same arena.

Coach Chris Finch expressed that regardless of the outcome of Game 7, the season has been a success in terms of the team's growth and progress. He commended the players for coming together, establishing an identity, and playing for each other. However, he also emphasized that the team is not satisfied yet and is eager to secure a win in tonight's game.

In terms of player availability, point guard Mike Conley, who was questionable due to a right soleus strain, is expected to play in Game 7. Additionally, center Rudy Gobert, who has been fined multiple times this season and series for gestures towards referees, will be on the court tonight.

The officiating crew for Game 7 consists of lead official Scott Foster, along with David Guthrie and Curtis Blair. The Wolves have had success in games officiated by this crew in the postseason, boasting a 3-1 record. Despite the distractions and controversies surrounding Gobert's fines, the team remains focused on controlling what they can and reacting positively to any challenges that arise during the game.

As the tension mounts and the excitement builds for the decisive Game 7, both teams are prepared to leave it all on the court in pursuit of a victory that will propel them one step closer to their ultimate goal of a championship.