Rudy Gobert Holds Nikola Jokic To 1-Of-8 Shooting As Wolves Even Series With Nuggets
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Rudy Gobert Holds Nikola Jokic To 1-Of-8 Shooting As Wolves Even Series With Nuggets
Rudy Gobert delivered a defensive masterclass against three-time MVP Nikola Jokic on Monday, limiting him to 1-of-8 shooting in direct matchups as the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Denver Nuggets 119-114 to level their first-round series at 1-1. The performance marked the worst shooting game of Jokic's playoff career against a single defender, with a minimum of six shot attempts. Minnesota generated 1.157 points per possession compared to Denver's 1.109. The result carried added signifi...
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