With the Mavericks dominating the Timberwolves 3-0 in the Western Conference Finals, Nuggets supporters are torn: is this vindication or further frustration after their second-round loss to Minnesota?
The conference finals have been a rollercoaster of thrilling games, but the outcomes have been one-sided. The Celtics hold a commanding 3-0 lead over the Pacers, while the Mavericks are on the brink of sweeping the Timberwolves.
For some Nuggets fans, seeing the Wolves potentially swept by the Mavericks feels cathartic. After a series filled with trash talk and disrespect towards Denver, witnessing Minnesota’s downfall brings a sense of justice.
However, there’s also a tinge of frustration. Watching the Wolves offence crumble and their stars struggle against the Mavericks raises questions about the Nuggets’ missed opportunity. Losing to a team that’s now being dismantled casts doubt on Denver’s championship prospects.
If the Timberwolves had gone on to win the title, the Nuggets could have justified their loss as falling to the eventual champions.
But with the Wolves facing a sweep, it’s harder to make excuses. It prompts reflection on the Nuggets’ competitiveness in the league and the need for strategic improvements to contend for titles in the future.
