Nikola Jokić posted impressive numbers in Game 2 against the Timberwolves, with 24 points, 15 rebounds, and eight assists, but failed to secure the win as Minnesota capitalized on Denver’s defensive vulnerabilities. Jokić, despite nearly achieving a triple-double, struggled with five turnovers and a shooting percentage of 40%, highlighting the defensive challenge posed by Rudy Gobert. As the series shifts to Minnesota for Game 3, Denver aims to regain control and address their defensive lapses.