The Timberwolves were really unlucky to go home this time, competing with the Nuggets at home, and were directly led by the opponent, and the gap of 27 points in the end can be said to be beaten to the north. The performance on the court can be described as "miserable", especially the opposing Jokic and Murray, who are like hanging up, creating threats around the basket one by one.
Speaking of the Timberwolves, today was a real double whammy, on the one hand, the game was lost, and on the other hand, there were some controversial penalties in the game, which made the team and fans quite unhappy. The big guys were so angry that they were about to tear off the roof of the venue.
Let's talk about the game first, Jokic, the main player of the Nuggets, is simply a god blocking and killing God today, and the Buddha is blocking and killing Buddha, and the hand feels so hot that he can fry eggs. He scored high points throughout the game, not only attacking and defending well, but also showing his all-round ability everywhere. Not to be outdone, Murray cooperated seamlessly, and the two of them were one south and one north, making the Timberwolves unguardable.
On the Timberwolves' side, there are a lot of problems. Mike Daniels fouled too early today and had limited playing time, which directly affected the team's tactical set-up. Coach Baines Finch's strategy today was also confusing, and he was caught off guard by the Nuggets' fast break and efficient coordination. The performance of the starting five tigers was also decent, and none of them could stand up at critical moments.
Talking about the sensational penalty in the audience, Xiao Hua's decision this time was really surprising. Although the specific content of the decision has not been fully revealed in the media, judging from the reaction at the game, it is clear that this decision is directly related to the fairness of the game. The referee's whistle sounded frequently today, and every time it sounded, the heart of the Timberwolves sank even more. The roars of the fans still echoed in the ears after the game, which shows the level of dissatisfaction with the game.
After the game, commentator Yang Yi also pointed out earnestly that such a penalty is a big mockery of the fairness of the game. And the other bad news for the Timberwolves is that Gobert is on leave, which is a big blow to the overall strength of the team. Without him, the Timberwolves, the door of defense is wide open, and it is simply at the mercy of others.
The question now is how the Timberwolves will adjust back. The coaches and players need to learn the lessons learned, especially in terms of countermeasures and mentality. In the next game, if the Timberwolves still want to make a difference, then everyone must not slack off in the slightest, and they need to work hard to make up for this loss with 200 percent.
And for the Nuggets, maintaining their current form is clearly the best option. Jokic and Murray's tacit cooperation, as well as the joint efforts of the whole team, have set a flag in the league. In the future, they are expected to be a strong opponent in the West.
Although there are still many ambiguities about Xiao Hua's decision, it is undoubtedly a concern for the overall fairness of the league and the quality of the game. This kind of attention is not only related to the win or loss of a team or a game, but also a kind of maintenance of the entire basketball spirit.
Overall, although the Timberwolves' loss in this game is distressing, it does expose a lot of problems. From the player's performance to the coach's tactical arrangement, from the mental outlook to the attitude of the game, every link needs to be strictly scrutinized and adjusted in time. And for the Nuggets, the win was not only a victory in points, but also a victory in strategy and teamwork. In the future, if they can maintain this state, it is not impossible to go further.
The fans' dissatisfaction with this game is understandable, and the fairness and excitement of the game are directly related to the viewing experience. For the league, ensuring the fairness and quality of the game is a constant theme. I hope that Xiao Hua's decision this time can bring some positive changes, let's wait and see.
In short, although a game is only a few dozen minutes, its impact and enlightenment are far-reaching. This matchup between the Timberwolves and the Nuggets is not only a display of sports competition, but also a contest of strategy, psychology and teamwork. Hopefully both teams can learn from this and bring us more exciting games.