Timberwolves 91, Nuggets 93: Offense Struggles Again, Not Saved by Defense This Time

Nick Wosika-USA TODAY Sports The Minnesota Timberwolves tipped off against the Denver Nuggets at Target Center late on Saturday night.

First Half

Karl-Anthony Towns didn’t take long to put his footprint on this game. Within the first 2:22 seconds, Towns had 7 points. Unfortunately, he ended the half with just 9 points on 2-for-3 shooting from the floor. He was too passive after the initial spurt that gave the Wolves energy.

D’Angelo Russell also started the first half off riding on the struggle bus. He ended the half with 3 points on 1-for-8 shooting, 4 assists, and 1 rebound. He did end the first 24 minutes as the only Wolves start with a positive plus-minus as he went to the locker room a…