The NBA playoffs continue with Game 3 matchups. The Nuggets will face the Timberwolves, while the Knicks play the Hawks, and the Cavaliers take on the Raptors.
Timberwolves Target ‘Bad Defenders’
Jaden McDaniels made headlines after Minnesota’s Game 2 victory. McDaniels said the key to the Timberwolves’ success was targeting their “bad defenders,” even listing them by name. Their strategy involved picking apart Denver’s defence. An efficient offensive game from Julius Randle aided their efforts.
Nuggets Seek Defensive Rebound
The Nuggets are not taking McDaniels’ comments lightly. Cameron Johnson called it good “bulletin board material.” Denver hope to prove their defence is not “bad” in Game 3.
Knicks Look to Bounce Back
The Knicks are aiming to recover from their Game 2 meltdown against the Hawks. They gave up a lead in the closing minutes. CJ McCollum scored six points in the final minutes to complete Atlanta’s comeback. New York will try to respond on the road.
Raptors Seek First Playoff Win
The Raptors are still searching for their first playoff win against the Cavaliers. Toronto tightened up defensively. However, they aren’t making enough of an impact offensively. Brandon Ingram had a poor showing in Game 2, which is a shame given Toronto had a 45-19 bench scoring advantage. If Ingram made just a few more of his shots, the Raptors might’ve won that game.
Ingram is expected to improve in Game 3. The Raptors will try to get a win to avoid a sweep in the series.
Three players on the Cavaliers scored 25 points or more.
Here’s a quick reminder of tonight’s match ups:
- Knicks vs Hawks
- Cavaliers vs Raptors
- Nuggets vs Timberwolves
The NBA playoffs continue with teams vying for a crucial advantage in their respective series.