The Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves meet in Game 3 of their Western Conference first-round playoff series on Thursday, April 23, at Target Center. The series is tied 1-1 after both teams defended home court in the opening two games.
Injury availability now becomes a defining factor as the matchup shifts to Minneapolis for a pivotal swing game.
The Denver Nuggets enter Game 3 with Aaron Gordon listed as probable due to left calf tightness. Gordon has been a key two-way presence this season, averaging 16.2 points and 5.8 rebounds per game.
Peyton Watson remains out with a right hamstring strain. His absence impacts Denver’s wing depth and defensive versatility, especially against Minnesota’s perimeter scorers.
For the Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards is listed as questionable due to maintenance. Edwards leads Minnesota with 28.8 points per game while also contributing 5.0 rebounds and 3.7 assists, making his status central to the game’s outlook.
Minnesota also has no additional players listed on the official injury report, leaving the focus squarely on Edwards’ availability heading into tipoff.
Denver continues to lean on Nikola Jokic, who is averaging 27.7 points, 12.9 rebounds, and 10.7 assists per game. Jamal Murray adds 25.4 points and 7.1 assists, forming the primary offensive structure for the Nuggets.
Minnesota counters with Julius Randle, producing 21.1 points and 6.7 rebounds per game, while Rudy Gobert anchors the interior with 11.5 rebounds and 1.6 blocks per contest.
