Wolves-Denver game recap

February 16, 2017 at 6:06AM

GAME RECAP

Impact player

Andrew Wiggins, Wolves

Not only did he reach 40 points for a second night in a row, he scored 20 points for a 15th consecutive game. Only Kevin Garnett has done better in team history, with a 16-game streak reached twice.

By the Numbers

39 Denver's second-half points after the Nuggets scored 31 in the first quarter alone.

24-4 Starting lineups Denver has used this season vs. starting lineups the Wolves have used all season.

JERRY ZGODA

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