“Haven’t Seen a Team Go 16–0”: Karl-Anthony Towns Isn’t Worried About Game 3 Loss vs Nuggets, Welcomes Adversity

In the absence of some explosive scoring from Anthony Edwards, such as in Games 1 and 2, the Minnesota Timberwolves crumbled against the defending champions last night. The Denver Nuggets’ elite offense cut the Wolves’ lead to 2-1 after a Game 3 win. It was definitely a reality check for the Wolves after their continuous post-season winning streak. However, the Wolves forward Karl-Anthony Towns seemed unfazed by the humbling experience at Game 3 and is ready to go head-to-head against the Nuggets, as he revealed in the post-game presser.

While talking about weak points in Game 3, Towns mentioned how they could not take control of the first quarter in the last game like the previous games, which already decided the flow of the match. Moreover, when KAT was asked how a little adversity is good for the Wolves, he answered, “I haven’t seen a team go 16-0 yet in the playoffs, “ pointing out the rare chances of a complete wipeout in the games.

Further adding to his learnings from game 3, Towns mentioned how the recent loss was a humbling experience for the Wolves. The last game showed how a team could not expect the same results just because they achieved those results in the initial six games of the playoffs. Sharing a similar opinion, the Timberwolves forward shared that the loss will only make them a “better team.” The forward remarks, “it’s going to make us a better team, it’s going to show how connected we are and it’s good for us.” 

Apparently, the loss from the Denver Nuggets pointed out the loophole on the defensive end that the Wolves missed in the last game. So, considering an optimistic approach, it was good for Wolves to remain grounded.

Karl-Anthony Towns and Co. Does not Like it Easy in Playoffs

Just like forward Karl-Anthony Towns, the Wolves guard Anthony Edwards also did not like the idea of an easy win. After the team’s loss against the Denver Nuggets, Edwards praised their opponent for playing their best and acknowledged them as the defending champions. Moreover, Edwards further shared how his expectations had come true with Nikola Jokic and Co. bringing out their true game. As per the Wolves guard, it will be fun moving forward in the playoffs.

Truly, the Nuggets played a team game last night as Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic both scored 24 points, leading the team’s offense. On the side, Michael Porter Jr. and Aaron Gordon supported the team during the mid-moments of the game. The upper hand that the Nuggets have in this game is that Jokic got 14 rebounds in the last game, completely shutting down the Wolves offense. Therefore, it has become a must-factor for the Wolves not to rely solely on just Anthony Edwards.

Karl-Anthony Towns and Jalen McDaniels might have to continue attacking on the Nuggets defense in case Edwards is having a bad day. Scoring from all sides is what might be going to challenge the fierce run-and-gun style of the Denver Nuggets. Will the Timberwolves be able to continue their lead in Game 4 against the Joker squad?