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The NBA MVP curse? Nikola Jokic, Nuggets trying to defy recent history as they face 0-2 deficit vs. Wolves

Of the past five MVP winners, only one of them has advanced past the second round of the playoffs. With Nikola Jokic's Nuggets staring at an 0-2 deficit after he earned his third MVP award earlier this week, he's on the brink of becoming the fifth straight in the past six years.

The Washington Post · 19h

Jokic wins NBA's MVP award, his 3rd in 4 seasons. Gilgeous-Alexander and Doncic round out top 3

- Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) shoots against Memphis Grizzlies guard Jordan Goodwin (4) in the second half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, April 14, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. Jokic, Luka Doncic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are the three finalists for the NBA MVP Award that will be announced Wednesday,

USA TODAY Sports on MSN · 19h

Nuggets' Nikola Jokic wins third NBA MVP award in four seasons

Denver's Nikola Jokic beat out Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Dallas’ Luka Doncic for the NBA MVP award.

Karl-Anthony Towns, NBA

Minneapolis Star Tribune on MSN · 3h

Wolves center Karl-Anthony Towns wins NBA's social justice award

Karl-Anthony Towns won the NBA's Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion award Thursday. The award started in 2021 to honor a current NBA player for pursuing social justice and upholding the league's values of equality,

CBS Sports on MSN · 2h

Karl-Anthony Towns named 2023-24 NBA Social Justice Champion, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Trophy winner

The NBA announced Thursday that Minnesota Timberwolves center-forward Karl-Anthony Towns has been named the 2023-24 NBA Social Justice Champion and will receive the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Trophy for his off-court advocacy efforts.

Seattle Times · 2h

Karl-Anthony Towns of the Timberwolves receives the NBA’s social justice award

Minnesota’s Karl-Anthony Towns was named the recipient of the NBA ‘s social justice award on Thursday. Towns was one of five finalists for the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Trophy, which was created in 2021 to honor a player for pursuit of social justice while upholding the values of equality,

NBA, Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves

Star Tribune · 22h

Timberwolves' defense is unmatched, even without the NBA Defensive Player of the Year

Rudy Gobert was sidelined for Game 2 of the Denver series, but the Wolves somehow thrived without him. As the Wolves close out Monday's victory in Denver, the team bench cheers reserves playing out the game.

Sports Illustrated · 3h

Bill Simmons ranks Wolves among best defenses in NBA history

The Timberwolves' swarming defense has led Minnesota to a 2-0 series lead over the defending champion Nuggets.

Detroit Free Press · 23h

Minnesota Timberwolves playoff defense draws lofty comparison to great Detroit Pistons teams

The Minnesota Timberwolves are dominating in the 2024 NBA playoffs thanks to their defense, drawing lofty comparisons to great Detroit Pistons teams.

NBA, Jamal Murray

SB Nation on MSN · 2d

Jamal Murray threw heat pack, flashed $$$ sign to refs as Wolves demolish Nuggets in NBA Playoffs

The Nuggets just look like the bigger, more physical, and deeper team to an extreme degree. It’s become a highly frustrating series for several members of Denver, and Jamal Murray is at the top of that list. Murray has locked up by Minnesota’s length and ball pressure all series, and he let out his frustration during the first half.

Arizona Republic on MSN · 1d

NBA lucky Jamal Murray throwing towel, heat pack didn't result in players being injured

NBA fines Nuggets guard Jamal Murray $100K for "throwing multiple objects in the direction of a game official during live play" during Game 2 on Monday.

Larry Brown Sports · 1d

NBA announces discipline for Jamal Murray over throwing incidents

The NBA has made a decision on discipline for Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray over his throwing incidents in Game 2.

Celtics, NBA Playoffs

CBSSports.com · 4d

NBA playoffs scores, takeaways: Wolves hold off Nuggets to take Game 1 of Western Conference second round

NBA postseason rolls into the second round on Saturday. The reigning champion Denver Nuggets hosted the Minnesota Timberwolves in a much-anticipated matchup of the familiar foes in the Western Conference semifinals.

Fox Sports · 12h

Celtics vs. Cavaliers Game 2 prediction, how to watch, TV channel, odds - May 9

Preview the May 9 matchup between the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers with stats, recent performance, TV channel and more.

Yahoo! Sports · 2h

2024 NBA Playoffs second round schedule: How to watch tonight's games, where to stream and more

The first round of the NBA playoffs concluded on Sunday. Now, the action continues in the second round. Next up? Game 2 for No. 1 Boston Celtics vs. No. 4 Cleveland Cavaliers (7 p.m. on ESPN) and No.

Nuggets-Wolves: 4 things to look for in Game 3

Minnesota has built a 2-0 lead on the strength of its defense, while Denver is looking for answers from its star duo.

Athlon Sports on MSN2h

Wolves' Karl-Anthony Towns named NBA Social Justice Champion

Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns was named the 2023-24 NBA Social Justice Champion on Thursday. The award is given to ...

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Huge shift in NBA futures market for T-Wolves, Thunder

The Timberwolves and Thunder started the season with 30-1 odds to win the Western Conference. Here’s a look at how much the ...

Wolves' Rudy Gobert named 2023-24 Kia NBA Defensive Player of the Year

Minnesota center Rudy Gobert becomes the 3rd player in NBA history to win the award 4 times, joining Dikembe Mutombo and Ben ...

NBA Fans Blast Nikola Jokić, Nuggets as Anthony Edwards, Wolves Take 2-0 Series Lead

The reigning champions are on the ropes. The Minnesota Timberwolves shocked the Denver Nuggets with a 106-80 victory in Game ...

The Wolves Made A Statement By Blowing Out The Nuggets To Win Game 2

And unfortunately for Gordon, the rest of his teammates were just a bit off — the rest of the Nuggets shot 3-for-12 from the field in the first, while Nikola Jokic had three turnovers in the first. As ...

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