‘If we were in Serbia we would all be fired’: Jokić’s Nuggets crash out in first round of playoffs
Summary
The Denver Nuggets, led by Nikola Jokić, were eliminated in the first round of the NBA playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves in six games. The Nuggets faced tough defense and injuries while the Timberwolves advanced to the second round to play the San Antonio Spurs. Meanwhile, the New York Knicks set playoff records beating the Atlanta Hawks by 51 points to advance.Key Facts
- The Denver Nuggets lost their first-round playoff series 4-2 to the Minnesota Timberwolves.
- Nikola Jokić scored 28 points in the deciding game but was limited by defender Rudy Gobert.
- Jamal Murray struggled offensively during the series against Minnesota’s defense.
- Jokić expressed desire to stay with the Nuggets and said the team takes responsibility for the loss, not the coach.
- Minnesota had key players injured but used a strong inside game to win.
- The Timberwolves are set to face the San Antonio Spurs in the second round.
- The New York Knicks won their series against the Atlanta Hawks with a record-breaking 140-89 victory in Game 6.
- The Knicks will play the winner of the Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers in the next round.
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