Timberwolves Force Game 7 Showdown Against Nuggets: Tip-Off Time Hinges on Knicks-Pacers Outcome

In their Western Conference semifinal series, the Minnesota Timberwolves came roaring back to life, defeating the Denver Nuggets 45 points to the none to force a pivotal Game 7. The crucial game is scheduled for Sunday in Denver, but it’s unclear exactly when it will start off.

The Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks game on Friday night will determine the schedule. If the Pacers win and force a Game 7 in their own series, the Timberwolves vs. Nuggets matchup on TNT will go off at 7 p.m. CT. On the other hand, the Minnesota-Denver game will go off earlier at 2:30 p.m. CT on ABC if the Knicks win and tie the series.

For the Timberwolves, Sunday’s Game 7 will be a historic occasion because it will be precisely 20 years since they have participated in a postseason Game 7. On May 19, 2004, the Wolves defeated the Sacramento Kings to advance to the Western Conference finals, where they were defeated by the Los Angeles Lakers.

The Timberwolves have an opportunity to avenge their current three-game losing streak in the pivotal matchup against Denver. The series was won by Minnesota in the first two games, but Denver, the reigning NBA champions, came back to win the following three.

The matchup on Sunday is much anticipated by fans as it looks to be an exciting struggle for a berth in the Western Conference finals. Keep an eye out for the final tip-off time, which will be announced following the Knicks-Pacers game on Friday night.