Anthony Edwards put on yet another scintillating performance to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves to a dominant 115-70 win in Game 6. After a disappointing result in Game 5, the 22-year-old promised the world that he would force the Nuggets into a Game 7. With the series now tied at 3-3, it will be interesting to see which of these two sides emerges on top in the decider at Ball Arena.
Ant-Man scored 27 points on the night and looked great on the defensive end for the T-Wolves in Game 6. Jaden McDaniels also stepped up with a massive 21-point performance, shooting 8-10 from the field. The Wolves bench stood out in the game as they combined for 36 points as compared to the 9 scored by the Nuggets’ bench unit. Minnesota replicated their defensive brilliance from the first two games as they clamped the Nuggets right from the first quarter.
Despite having a solid 25-point lead going into the fourth quarter, the T-Wolves did not take their foot off the gas. They kept scoring buckets and forcing stops on the defensive end. They only allowed 9 points in the fourth quarter, which showcased how dominant they can be on their day. Nikola Jokic was once again the leading scorer for the Nuggets. He scored 22 points and grabbed 9 rebounds, but the lack of support from his teammates meant that the Joker could not force a turnaround this time for Denver.
Ant-Man is the best young leader in the NBA
Anthony Edwards has been a sensation since he was drafted by the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2020. His arrival has elevated the franchise and made them one of the contenders in the NBA. After falling short in the postseason for the last two seasons, the T-Wolves are determined to make a deep playoff run this time. They have forced the defending champions into a Game 7, which shows how solid a team they are.
Ant-Man is certainly the star on the team, but there are many players on the roster who contribute to making them a tough side to beat. However, what makes the young sensation so special is his leadership at such a young age. The 22-year-old has been leading from the front by playing on both ends of the floor. The T-Wolves certainly need his offensive genius, but Ant’s physicality and athleticism make him a tough defender for any other guard in the league.
He is often in the middle of team huddles sharing his views with his teammates and communicating with the coaches. The franchise is just one game away from making it to their first-ever Conference Finals in 20 years. They have an uphill task of beating the Nuggets at home, but having already won 2 games there in this series, the T-Wolves will be confident in bagging Game 7 and making it to the Conference Finals.
