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Timberwolves' Playoff Hopes Hang by a Thread
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The Minnesota Timberwolves, leading the Denver Nuggets 3-1 in their playoff series, suffered a devastating loss in Game 5. The Nuggets bench erupted, scoring 27 points compared to the Wolves 16 in Game 4. Forwards Cameron Johnson and Spencer Jones combined for 38 points, forcing 25 turnovers from Minnesota. Anthony Edwards absence, who averaged 28.8 points per game, was glaring, as backup Ayo Dosunmu could only manage 18 points. The Wolves defense, which had been stellar, crumbled, allowing the Nuggets to score 62 paint points. The team now faces a tough San Antonio Spurs squad, with their playoff future hanging in the balance.
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