Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Preview: Western Conference supremacy battle

The Denver Nuggets are set to face the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday in Minneapolis. With Karl-Anthony Towns sidelined, Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets aim to capitalize on the opportunity for payback after their previous loss to the Timberwolves earlier in the season.

In their last encounter back in November, the Timberwolves secured a convincing 110-89 victory over the Nuggets. However, with Towns out of action and the Nuggets riding a five-game winning streak, the tables could turn in this rematch.

The Timberwolves, dealing with a slew of injuries and facing the challenge of playing on the second night of a back-to-back, will rely heavily on Anthony Edwards to carry the load in Towns' absence. If Rudy Gobert remains sidelined as well, the odds become even steeper for Minnesota.

Despite a recent loss to the Dallas Mavericks, the Nuggets have been playing at a high level since the All-Star break. Led by Nikola Jokic, Denver aims to showcase their championship pedigree against a potential playoff contender in the Timberwolves.

On the other hand, Anthony Edwards has been exceptional for the Timberwolves, guiding them to a three-game winning streak amidst injury setbacks. However, facing the reigning champs without key players poses a significant challenge for Minnesota.

Expect the Nuggets to bounce back from their recent loss and secure a victory against the Timberwolves. With Jokic leading the charge, Denver is poised to cover the spread and emerge triumphant in this matchup.