Boston fell 104-103 in Game 3 of the 2020 Eastern Conference Semifinals as OG Anunoby nailed a full-court three off a Kyle Lowry feed, preserving Toronto’s edge in a series the Celtics had begun 2-0. Kemba Walker led Boston with 29, while Jaylen Brown added 19 and 12 boards and Jayson Tatum contributed 15, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Brad Stevens called the loss a sting, but praised the fight as Boston prepared for the next game. The piece also memorializes Woody Sauldsberry, notes the Tremont Street subway extension era, and traces roster moves—Juancho Hernangomez to Spurs in a deal that brought Bol Bol and PJ Dozier back to Boston—highlighting the Celtics’ evolving dynasty arc and the cinematic Hustle connection when Hernangomez later rose to prominence.

The Minnesota Timberwolves started strong, scoring the first 10 points against the Portland Trail Blazers, who struggled offensively from the outset. The Timberwolves maintained control throughout the game, ultimately winning 127-102.

Anthony Edwards was the standout player, scoring 37 points, including 19 in the third quarter. Rudy Gobert contributed defensively, while Julius Randle also had a notable performance with 22 points. The victory marked Minnesota's third consecutive win.

The Minnesota Timberwolves faced a challenging matchup against the San Antonio Spurs after a hard-fought victory over the Denver Nuggets. With little rest, the Wolves struggled defensively, ultimately losing 113-103.

Keldon Johnson led the Spurs with 25 points, while Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle each contributed 21 points for the Wolves. Despite some bright spots, including Donte DiVincenzo's best performance yet, the Wolves couldn't overcome a significant rebounding deficit and a lack of defensive intensity.

Looking ahead, the Timberwolves aim to regroup as they prepare to host the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night.

The Denver Nuggets are set to clash with the Minnesota Timberwolves tonight at 8:00 pm EST, marking a rematch of last season's Western Conference Semifinals. This game holds significance as both teams are eager to establish dominance in the preseason.

With the Timberwolves playing on the second night of a back-to-back, head coach Chris Finch has chosen to rest star guard Anthony Edwards. Instead, a lineup featuring young talents like Robert Dillingham and Luka Garza will take the court, aiming to energize the team and secure a win.

The Timberwolves currently hold a 2-4 preseason record, while the Nuggets are still searching for their first victory. Fans can expect an exciting matchup as these two teams vie for early-season momentum.