The Denver Nuggets defeated the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves, 122-113, in Game 2 of the Western Conference First-Round Playoffs at Ball Arena on Wednesday.

There were eight ties and 10 lead changes in this game, with Denver closing things behind a 35-24 fourth quarter. They were down 99-98 with 6:30 remaining but finished the game on a 24-14 run. Minnesota was down by 21 points in the second quarter but fought back thanks to a 40-23 third quarter. The Nuggets shot 54 percent from the field and 46 percent from three-point range. Denver also out-rebounded Minnesota, 47-40, while outscoring them in the paint, 56-44.

The Timberwolves (0-2) were led by Anthony Edwards, accruing 41 points, two rebounds, four assists, two steals and three blocks. Rudy Gobert generated 19 points, eight rebounds and four assists. Mike Conley collected 14 points and seven assists, while Karl-Anthony Towns tallied 10 points, 12 rebounds and two assists.

The Nuggets (2-0) were led by Jamal Murray, finishing with 40 points, three rebounds and five assists. Nikola Jokic had 27 points, nine rebounds and nine assists. Michael Porter Jr provided 16 points and six rebounds, while Aaron Gordon amassed 12 points, 10 rebounds and three assists.

These teams will return to action on Saturday in Minnesota.