The frequently clumsy and normally offensively restricted Gobert had 8 assists. Terrence Shannon, Jr., the frequently injured and as-frequently disappointing wing during the regular season, rose to the occasion with 24 points and improved defense over 35 minutes.

The shorthanded Minnesota Timberwolves entered Game 6 of their first round playoff series against the Denver Nuggets missing Anthony Edwards, Ayo Dosunmu, Donte DiVincenzo and Kyle Anderson, but the resilient group was still able to kick their foes out of the playoffs with a 110-98 home victory on Thursday.

Minnesota might have to play only seven guys unless they want to reach deep into the bench in Game 6.

The Minnesota guard – who scored 43 in the crucial Game 4 victory – has been ruled out of Thursday's contest due to a calf injury. Dave Campbell | The Associated Press Game 4 star Ayo Dosunmu ended up watching the Wolves’ Game 6 clincher in street clothes due to injury.

Minnesota Timberwolves injury report for Game 6 vs Denver Nuggets includes Bones Hyland while Naz Reid avoids listing.

As the Minnesota Timberwolves secured a first-round win over the Nuggets, a moment off the court captured the hearts of people. It was an incredibly wholesome scene as Julius Randle’s family cheered for him.

Chris Mannix & Evan Turner break down the Nuggets’ loss to a very injured Timberwolves team in six games and what changes might happen to a complicated Denver roster.