GAME RECAP
Impact player
Nikola Jokic, Denver
The All-Star center scored 35 points, grabbed 15 rebounds, handed out six assists and had three steals.
By the numbers
33 Free throws made by the Nuggets in 45 attempts compared to just 21 in 27 attempts by the Wolves.
15-0 Run by the Nuggets in the fourth quarter.
25 Points by Juancho Hernangomez of the Wolves on 10 of 14 shooting to go along with eight rebounds in his best game this year by far.
33-11 Points and assists for D'Angelo Russell.
CHRIS HINE
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