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Denver decisively won the first game, and with Nikola Jokic officially named among the three MVP finalists, he wasted no time proving his worth against the Wolves.
In recent years, the Minnesota squad has proven to be one of Denver's trickiest opponents. This is precisely why Jokic and the Nuggets approached this game with utmost seriousness. Following their initial victory, they exploded out of the gate in the second matchup.
When Jamal Murray performs at his characteristic level, everything becomes easier, especially for Nikola Jokic, who in such situations often opts to dish out more assists. The first quarter was dominated with a furious 39-25 score, featuring 11 points from Murray, who also added three rebounds and two assists. Brown and Hardaway already had eight points each, while Nikola Jokic was content with two points, three rebounds, and an impressive five assists in just 12 minutes.
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