The upset against the Denver Nuggets is officially complete for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Jaden McDaniels’ prediction after a Game 1 loss in Denver, Colorado, has been backed up.
McDaniels did a lot more than just claim the Timberwolves were going to win the series early on. He verbally applied pressure to the Nuggets throughout the six-game series. Evidently, it got under Denver’s skin, but McDaniels helped dominate on the court as well.
After the Timberwolves took down the Nuggets with a 110-98 win on Thursday night in Game 6, Jaden McDaniels sent his final message to the Nuggets.
Jaden McDaniels’ Final Quote After Beating The Denver Nuggets
GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 22: Jaden McDaniels #3 of the Minnesota Timberwolves dribbles the ball while being guarded by Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the first quarter in Game Two of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on April 22, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)
“Ain’t no reason to talk no more,” McDaniels said on the broadcast. “Just come out and compete, get ready for the next round.”
In the five games leading up to the sixth game, McDaniels averaged 15 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game. He shot 48.4% from the field.
In Thursday’s close-out game, McDaniels checked in for 45 minutes. He shot 13-25 from the field and went 5-6 from the free-throw line. McDaniels scored 32 points and secured the double-double with 10 rebounds.
“Jaden McDaniels talked all series, and he backed it up all series. That’s called legitimate tough.” Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch told reporters after the game.
The Timberwolves Are On The Move
GettyMINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – APRIL 23: Jaden McDaniels #3 and Ayo Dosunmu #13 of the Minnesota Timberwolves look on after Game Three of the First Round of the 2026 NBA Western Conference Playoffs against the Denver Nuggets at Target Center on April 23, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Nuggets 113-96. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)
The Timberwolves never lacked confidence throughout the series, but Minnesota’s victory is certainly an upset.
Not only did the Timberwolves enter the playoffs as the Western Conference’s sixth seed, but they lost two starters in the process of the series. Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo missed the final two full games, along with half of Game 4.
Next up, the Timberwolves are set to face the San Antonio Spurs in round two. Game 1 is expected to take place on Monday, May 4.